Fall Crockpot Creamy Pasta Soup

Warm up this fall with the delightful Harvest Delight Crockpot Creamy Pasta Soup, a perfect comfort food for chilly evenings. This easy, hands-off recipe combines rich flavors from seasonal ingredients like butternut squash, fresh spinach, and your choice of creamy base for a heartwarming meal. Just toss everything into the crockpot and let it cook, creating a flavorful symphony that's ideal for family dinners. Enjoy a nourishing bowl that's as satisfying as it is simple.

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 medium onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 medium carrots, diced

2 celery stalks, diced

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried basil

1/2 teaspoon oregano

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)

1 cup butternut squash, peeled and cubed (fresh or frozen)

1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or shells)

1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk (for a dairy-free option)

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 cup fresh spinach

Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Transfer the sautéed onion and garlic to the crockpot. Add the diced carrots, celery, dried thyme, dried basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes, if using.

Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and add the canned diced tomatoes along with their juices. Stir to combine all the ingredients.

Add the cubed butternut squash to the crockpot, followed by a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Stir again until everything is well mixed.

Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the vegetables are tender.

About 30 minutes before serving, add the small pasta to the crockpot. If cooking on high, switch to low to prevent overcooking the pasta, and if on low, ensure the soup remains hot.

Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk. Let it warm through for about 5 minutes.

Add in the fresh spinach and stir until it wilts. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.

Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley on top.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 7 hours | 6 servings