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Sweet Potato Soup Recipe

Heavenly Sweet Potato Soup Recipe for Cozy Nights

This Sweet Potato Soup Recipe combines roasted leeks and sweet potatoes for a comforting and creamy dish, perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 cups cubed sweet potatoes choose firm, fresh
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon butter optional for richness
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 medium leeks sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder toast briefly
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock liquid base
  • to taste salt for seasoning
  • to taste black pepper for seasoning
For the Creamy Finish
  • 1/2 cup cream optional for richness
For the Garnishes
  • to drizzle extra virgin olive oil for garnish
  • to taste yogurt or sour cream for garnish
  • to taste roasted pistachios for garnish
  • to taste crispy flatbread strips for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • stick blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large pot over medium heat until the butter melts and foams.
  2. Add 1 diced onion, 2 sliced leeks, and 2 chopped garlic cloves to the pot. Sauté until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 4 cups of cubed sweet potatoes and 1 teaspoon of cumin powder. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of chicken or vegetable stock, and season with salt and black pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes until sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Blend the soup until smooth and creamy using a stick blender.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup of cream or an additional tablespoon of butter for extra richness. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with yogurt, pistachios, or crispy flatbread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 17000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and adjust seasonings to taste. This soup can be made ahead and stored for later enjoyment.

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