EASY SWEET POTATO AND PEAR SOUP

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Fabulous holiday or winter soup. The addition of pears adds a different slant. When serving, garnish with a swirl of cream. Can be made up to two days ahead of time.

Provided by Chandrav

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Sweet Potato Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon butter
1 onion, chopped
¼ cup chopped carrot
¼ cup chopped celery
3 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
3 Bartlett pears, peeled and diced
1 cinnamon stick
½ teaspoon thyme
5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon paprika
½ cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon maple syrup, or to taste
1 tablespoon lime juice, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add sweet potatoes, pears, cinnamon stick, and thyme; cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir chicken broth and paprika into the pot; bring to a boil. Simmer until sweet potatoes are soft, about 15 minutes. Discard cinnamon stick.
  • Fill blender halfway with soup. Cover and hold lid down with a potholder; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Pour into a pot. Repeat with remaining soup. Return to pot.
  • Stir heavy cream, maple syrup, and lime juice into the blended soup. Simmer until flavors combine, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.1 calories, Carbohydrate 44.3 g, Cholesterol 35.6 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 214 mg, Sugar 17.6 g

Aripa Rahman
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes and pears.


Kibirango Jonathan
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This soup is delicious and healthy. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Syed Imdad Shah
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I've been making this soup for years, and it's always a favorite. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


Victor Mungai Wachira
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Muneeb gohar
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've made it with different types of fruit, and it always turns out great.


Thembelani Tyete
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This is the best sweet potato soup I've ever had! It's creamy, flavorful, and has the perfect amount of sweetness.


Ifetayo Elizabeth
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I'm not usually a fan of sweet potato soup, but this one is an exception. It's light, refreshing, and has a unique flavor.


Chris Kruger
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This soup is a keeper! It's flavorful, creamy, and perfect for a fall or winter meal.


Tabbsum Hussain
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I absolutely love this soup! It's so easy to make and tastes amazing. I've already made it several times.


Grace khakoni
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This soup is a must-try. It's a delicious and healthy way to warm up on a cold day.


Ggff Ggft
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this soup. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Joel2Coel
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This is a fantastic soup! It's hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a cold day.


Asif
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Easy to follow recipe. The soup turned out delicious, with a nice balance of flavors.


eric wiley
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Loved the unique combination of sweet potatoes and pears. The soup was creamy and flavorful.


Vee Rae
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes and pears.


Md Kurven
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This soup is a winner! It's healthy, delicious, and so easy to make.


Chinedu Daniel
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Super easy to make and incredibly satisfying. Perfect for a cozy dinner.


Md Alim sorkar
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Followed the recipe and it came out great! The soup was thick and flavorful.


Sakhi Aich
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The soup turned out amazing, with a creamy texture and a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. My family loved it!


Kagiso Sikwane
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This soup is an absolute delight, a comforting blend of sweet potatoes and pears that warms the soul. The addition of ginger and cinnamon adds a touch of spice and depth of flavor.