This easy-to-make creamy sweet potato soup is a comforting and delicious meal that is perfect for chilly days. Made with simple ingredients, this soup is rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. The sweet potatoes give the soup a naturally sweet and earthy taste, while the cream adds a smooth and velvety texture. With just a few steps, you can have a bowl of warm and comforting soup that will satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 4 cups of vegetable broth
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, chopped green onions, crispy bacon
Directions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Add the diced sweet potatoes to the pot and stir to coat them with the butter and onion mixture.
- Pour the vegetable broth into the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and easily mashed with a fork.
- Using an immersion blender or regular blender, puree the soup until smooth and creamy.
- Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream. Heat the soup over low heat until it is heated through.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the soup hot and garnish with your choice of shredded cheese, chopped green onions, and crispy bacon if desired.
Interesting Facts
Sweet potatoes are a good source of fiber and vitamin A.
Creamy sweet potato soup is a popular dish during the fall and winter seasons.
The addition of cream to the soup gives it a rich and luxurious texture.
This soup can be easily customized with different toppings and spices to suit your taste preferences.