How to Make Savory Slow Cooker Squash and Apple Dish - A Step-by-Step Guide

As the days grow shorter and the temperatures begin to drop, our cravings for warm, comforting dishes only seem to intensify. With the autumn season in full swing, there's no better time to embrace the bounty of fall produce, including the star ingredients of this recipe: squash and apples. This savory slow cooker dish is a perfect way to showcase the delicate flavors and natural sweetness of these seasonal fruits, creating a wholesome and satisfying meal that practically cooks itself.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (3 pound) butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cubed
  • 4 apples - peeled, cored and chopped
  • ¾ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ white onion, diced (Optional)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground nutmeg

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Combine the squash, apples, cranberries, onion, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a slow cooker. Cook on HIGH for 4 hours or until the squash is tender and cooked through. Stir occasionally while cooking.
  • Nutrition

    123 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 6mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 32mg
    • Calcium: 78mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 551mg