Slow Cooker Pumpkin Soup

Cozy up with this creamy Pumpkin Soup, made effortlessly in your Nesco Slow Cooker. Perfect for fall with customizable flavor options!

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NESCO Slow Cooker

Ingredients:

• 1 small pumpkin (2 lbs), scrubbed and cut into 2-inch chunks
• 1 small onion, roughly chopped
• 2 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• ½ tsp pepper

Optional Add-ins (choose one):

• 1 tbsp chili powder (add cayenne/red pepper flakes for heat)
• 1 tbsp curry powder + ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice + 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
• 1 tsp orange/lemon zest + ¼ cup juice instead of cream + 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1-2 apples, peeled and chopped + 1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Add pumpkin, onion, potatoes, broth, salt, and pepper to the Nesco slow cooker.
2. Cook on Low for 7-8 hours or High for 4 hours.
3. Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.
4. Stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasonings. Serve warm!