SMOKY SWEET-POTATO SOUP

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A puree of sweet potatoes, apple, and leeks gets an earthy spiciness from a chipotle chile coated in adobo sauce-which can be omited for spice-free eaters. The silky Sweet-Potato Soup relies on its fresh ingredients, not heavy cream or butter, to achieve its rich flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 small leek, white and pale-green parts only, thinly sliced and rinsed well
1 tart green apple, such as Granny Smith, cored, peeled, and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 celery stalk, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
6 cups chicken stock
1 medium canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup salted pepitas (green hulled pumpkin seeds)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook garlic and leek until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes. Add apple, celery, and ginger, and cook for 3 minutes. Add sweet potatoes and stock, and simmer until sweet potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Add chipotle chile.
  • Working in batches, transfer mixture to a blender, and puree until smooth, transferring soup to a large bowl as you work. (For safety, remove cap from hole in lid, and cover with a dish towel to prevent spattering.) Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with pepitas before serving.

Azmal Pavel
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This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can use pantry staples to make it.


Fatah Osman
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised! The soup was very flavorful and the smokiness from the paprika was a nice touch.


KASHAN Kashi
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This soup was a hit with my family! They loved the unique flavor and the fact that it was so filling.


Joshua Khan
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I'm always looking for new and easy soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! It was delicious and I will definitely be making it again.


Melbin Kinuthia
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This soup was so flavorful and hearty. I will definitely be making it again!


Alaysha Gaston
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I loved the smokiness of this soup! It was also very easy to make.


Satuka Shankar
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This was a great recipe! The soup was delicious and I will definitely be making it again.


Goober Butt
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This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can use pantry staples to make it.


T.A.G
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I'm not usually a fan of sweet potato soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The smokiness from the paprika really balances out the sweetness of the potatoes.


Benji Hangula
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This was my first time making sweet potato soup and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the soup was very flavorful.


Muneeb Ijaz
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the fact that it was so hearty and filling.


Beauty Nukpenu
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This soup is absolutely delicious! The smokiness from the paprika and the sweetness from the sweet potatoes pair perfectly together. I also love the addition of the black beans, which add a nice protein boost.