Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

sugar pumpkin

seeded and cubed

1 unit

onion

chopped

3 cup

chicken stock

1 sprig

fresh rosemary

1 sprig

fresh thyme

1 sprig

fresh sage

2 unit

cinnamon sticks

2 unit

bay leaves

0.5 cup

heavy cream

Step 1
~20 min

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~20 min

Add pumpkin and onion to the skillet.

Step 3
~20 min

Cook and stir until lightly browned.

Step 4
~20 min

Transfer the pumpkin and onion mixture to a slow cooker.

Step 5
~20 min

Pour in enough chicken broth to cover the pumpkin.

Step 6
~20 min

Tie rosemary, thyme, sage, cinnamon sticks, and bay leaves into a cheesecloth sachet.

Step 7
~20 min

Place the herb sachet into the slow cooker.

Step 8
~20 min

Cover and cook on Low for 4 hours.

Step 9
~20 min

After 4 hours, remove the herb sachet.

Step 10
~20 min

Stir in heavy cream.

Step 11
~20 min

Puree the soup with a hand blender until smooth.

Step 12
~20 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the pumpkin before adding it to the slow cooker for a deeper flavor.

Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread.

Serve as a starter or light meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled cheese sandwich
Apple salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Associated with fall harvest and Thanksgiving

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Halloween

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Autumn
Fall

Popularity Score

70/100

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