Sweet Potato Soup Recipe
This creamy sweet potato soup is a hearty, easy main dish perfect for chilly weather. Made with sweet potatoes and warming spices, this delicious vegetarian recipe is comforting and irresistible.
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion , chopped
- 2 celery ribs , chopped
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic , or 2 cloves chopped
- 1 ½ pounds sweet potatoes (about 2 large orange-flesh sweet potatoes), peeled
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 1 cinnamon stick
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ cup whipping cream
- ¾ cup milk
- Kosher salt , to taste
- Ground black pepper , to taste
Instructions
- Cut the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
- In a large stockpot over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onions and sauté 3 to 4 minutes. Add the celery and sauté 5 more minutes, or until softened. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- Add sweet potatoes, stock, cinnamon stick, and nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered 20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes can be easily pierced with a fork.
- Remove cinnamon stick. Purée the soup with an immersion blender or in batches in a standing blender. Return to the pot and add the cream and milk. Heat on medium until it's heated through. Season with salt and pepper.
- Ladle into bowls and drizzle a little more cream on top, if desired.
Notes
Make vegan: Swap the butter for olive oil and use full fat coconut milk in place of heavy cream and milk.
Spices: Feel free to add a sprinkle of curry powder, fresh minced ginger, or paprika to the soup. I sometimes add another clove of garlic or some fresh leeks, too.
Freezing: Freeze in a zip-top bag or a freezer-safe container up to 3 months. Add a little bit of fresh cream when reheating if the soup separates.
Storage: Store in an airtight container up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 148kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 17mg, Sodium: 536mg, Potassium: 379mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 7g, Vitamin A: 12603IU, Vitamin C: 4mg, Calcium: 71mg, Iron: 1mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
