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Sweet Potato and Apple Soup

A delightful and nutritious soup that combines sweet potatoes and apples, perfect for chilly days or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 5 cups sweet potato (peeled and cubed)
  • 1 cup apple (any variety, recommend Gala or Golden Delicious)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large or 2 small shallot, chopped
  • 1/8 tsp fresh nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 3 1/2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
  • Pinch kosher salt
  • to taste fresh pepper (optional)
  • to taste Maple syrup (optional) Add a touch if desired for sweetness

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a medium-sized soup pan.
  2. Add the shallots and sauté until translucent.
  3. Add the sweet potatoes, apples, and a good pinch of salt. Sauté for about 3 minutes.
  4. Add in just enough broth to cover the vegetables.
  5. Simmer until sweet potatoes and apples are soft and tender.
  6. Carefully blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or allow to cool then transfer to a blender to puree.
  7. Add a little more broth if the soup is too thick for your liking, then stir to combine.
  8. Stir in the spices, adjust seasonings, and serve.

Notes

Best served warm. Garnish with fresh pepper or a drizzle of olive oil. Serve with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh salad. For a festive touch, consider adding roasted pumpkin seeds on top.