10 Pumpkin and Squash Slow Cooker Recipes to Warm Your Insides

The beauty of this butternut squash-infused slow cooker appetizer is that, while you’re busy prepping more complex dishes for your loved ones, you can leave it virtually unattended until it reaches fluffy, golden perfection. Pair it with one of these slow cooker casseroles.

A hearty leg of lamb becomes unbelievably tender after it’s been braised in a slow cooker. Save yourself additional time and energy by buying pre-cubed meat, for a stress-free dinner prep. The cubed butternut squash and softened chickpeas add plenty of texture to the dish.

Although the recipe technically calls for sweet potatoes, you can easily swap those out in favour of pumpkin or butternut squash. This candied dish is made easier by crafting it in a slow cooker. This almost entirely hands-free recipe simply asks that you cut up your preferred seasonal veggie into thick rounds so they hold up during the cooking process. The end result is a sweet and tender side glazed with spices, butter and ground pecans.