Slow cooker soups transform simple ingredients into comforting meals with deep flavor and texture, perfect for busy schedules and nostalgic cravings.

Onions

Garlic

Celery

Chicken broth

Chuck roast or lentils

Carrots

Potatoes or barley

Spices (cumin, paprika)

Herbs (parsley, thyme)

Cream or cheese (optional finish)

1. Sauté aromatics like onions and garlic in a skillet to enhance flavor.

2. Layer slow cooker with root veggies at the bottom, then proteins, then aromatics and spices, and finally broth.

3. Cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.

4. Stir once halfway through to ensure even cooking.

5. Add dairy, pasta, or fresh herbs 15–20 minutes before serving.

Avoid adding pasta or dairy before freezing—stir in fresh when reheating.

For richer soups, blend legumes like lentils or split peas into the broth.

Freeze soups in labeled, airtight containers.

Use an immersion blender for silky bisques and chowders.

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