Crock Pot Carrot Soup with Honey and Nutmeg
Immerse yourself in the soul-warming flavors of Crock Pot Carrot Soup with Honey and Nutmeg, a velvety, slow-cooked dish that combines the natural sweetness of tender carrots with a hint of floral honey and the cozy warmth of nutmeg. This effortless recipe highlights the magic of simmering luscious ingredients like aromatic garlic, sautéed onions, and rich vegetable broth over hours, resulting in a silky, nutrient-packed soup perfect for chilly days. A finishing touch of heavy cream elevates its creaminess, while optional garnishes like fresh parsley or a drizzle of honey add a gourmet flair. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or relaxed weekends, offering a satisfying and comforting meal for the whole family.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and chop the carrots into approximately 1-inch pieces. Dice the yellow onion. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Transfer the cooked onion and garlic to the crock pot. Add the chopped carrots, vegetable broth, honey, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.
Stir the ingredients in the crock pot to combine. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the carrots are very soft and can be easily pierced with a fork.
Once cooked, use an immersion blender to puree the soup directly in the crock pot until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup to a blender in batches, blend until smooth, and return it to the crock pot.
Stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed. Allow the soup to heat through for another 10-15 minutes on low heat.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a drizzle of honey, a light sprinkle of nutmeg, or fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1095 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.9 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.9 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 4685 mg | 204% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.3 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.9 g | ||
| Protein | 19.2 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 2097 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
