Description
Crockpot Butternut Squash is a warm, comforting dish that fills your kitchen with the delightful aroma of cinnamon and ginger. This easy recipe combines sweet butternut squash with aromatic spices, creating a cozy meal perfect for gatherings or a simple weeknight dinner. With minimal effort required, you can enjoy a creamy and flavorful bowl that’s sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and dice the butternut squash into even pieces for uniform cooking.
- Sauté the chopped onion in oil over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the sautéed onions to the crockpot along with butternut squash, minced garlic, ginger, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Pour in enough vegetable broth to cover the squash mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, blend until smooth using an immersion blender. Stir in cream or coconut milk before serving if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg