SPICY SWEET POTATO & CHICKPEA SOUP

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I love hearty, healthy entree soups, and a bowl of this southwestern sweet potato-soup really satisfies. I add a can of chickpeas for protein, making it ideal for an easy dinner. And it reheats and even freezes beautifully, so I often make a double batch. -Jennifer Fisher, Austin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons ground ancho chile pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 pound sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
4 cups chicken stock
1/4 cup water
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2 green onions, sliced
Shaved Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onion until tender, 4-6 minutes. Stir in spices. Add potatoes, chickpeas, stock and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes., Puree soup using an immersion blender. Or cool slightly and puree soup in batches in a blender; return to pan and heat through. Top with bacon, green onions and, if desired, cheese.Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little stock or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 880mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 15g protein.