By the time you get home from work ... if necessary. The taste of autumn is here, and there's no better way to savor it than with a warm bowl of crockpot butternut squash soup!

It should taste vibrant and squash-y. Adjust seasonings as necessary, puréeing after any additions to fully incorporate. Ladle hot soup into bowls. Gently swirl in cream. Top with crispy chickpeas.

Golden and velvety, this roasted butternut squash soup ... It reminded me of home, not just one place, but all the kitchens I ...