Best 5 Savory Sweet Potato Soup Recipes

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Discover a culinary journey of flavors with our guide to creating the most delectable savory sweet potato soup. We'll explore the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, introducing you to a symphony of ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a creamy, smooth soup or a hearty, chunky texture, we'll provide you with the secrets to achieving the perfect consistency. Get ready to embark on an exciting culinary adventure as we unveil the best recipe for this comforting and flavorful soup.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

TUSCAN SAVORY SWEET POTATO SOUP



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This is a recipe I made up because I love sweet potatoes and soup. Add as much or as little half-and-half as you need. Surprisingly, I use the entire quart and soup is still quite thick.

Provided by Mark D. Wilder

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Sweet Potato Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 sweet potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, diced
1 pound bulk sweet Italian sausage
2 cloves minced garlic
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 quart half-and-half, or as needed
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place the sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two. Puree potatoes in a food processor or blender in batches until smooth. Return pureed potatoes to the large pot; set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook the onion in the hot oil until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add the sausage to the skillet and cook until completely browned, breaking the meat apart with the back of a wooden spoon as it cooks. Stir the garlic, mushrooms, and Italian seasoning into the sausage-and-onion mixture; continue cooking until the mushrooms are tender, another 4 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; transfer to the pot with the potatoes.
  • Place the large pot over low heat. Pour the half-and-half over the mixture, stirring to mix. Allow the soup to slowly heat until hot and to your desired consistency. Garnish with Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 calories, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Fat 27.4 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 626 mg, Sugar 13.3 g

SAVORY SWEET POTATO SOUP



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A rich, creamy, savory sweet potato soup with a little hint of spice and sweetness!

Provided by Megan Merissa Rose

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Sweet Potato Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 sweet potato, peeled
1 teaspoon butter
½ medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup chicken stock
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Place sweet potato into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until barely tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain. Let cool until safe to handle. Cut into medium pieces.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook and stir until onion is translucent and slightly browned, about 5 minutes. Pour in chicken stock and bring to a boil. Add the sweet potato, cumin, ginger, black pepper, brown sugar, cinnamon, and red pepper flakes. Cook until flavors come together and sweet potato is soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.3 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Cholesterol 5.7 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 439.7 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

SLOW COOKER SWEET POTATO SOUP



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I love that I can top this creamy soup with anything my heart desires, which means I can eat it several days in a row without ever having to have it the same way twice. You can substitute fresh onions and celery in this recipe if you prefer, but using the dried version makes it easy to throw together on a weekday morning. -Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5h15m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 8 cups)
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon dried celery flakes, optional
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
Optional: Sour cream and pepitas

Steps:

  • In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients except sour cream and pepitas. Cook, covered, on low until potatoes are tender, 5-6 hours., Puree soup using an immersion blender. Or, cool slightly and puree soup in batches in a blender; return to slow cooker and heat through. If desired, top servings with sour cream and pepitas. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 637mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SAVORY GOLDEN LENTIL AND SWEET POTATO SOUP



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The combination of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors makes this hearty (check out that protein and vitamin A content!) but healthy soup a perfect choice for whatever you happen to be in the mood for. The spices I chose gives it almost an Indian or Moroccan feel; whichever gastronomic prefix sounds tastier to you. It serves well both hot and cold and is delicious over some steamed rice or any other starchy filler.

Provided by Matty H.

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h

Yield 5 Cups, 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup dried lentils, soaked
3/4 cup sweet potato, peeled and cubed (or 1 medium sized)
1 cup red onion, diced (or 1 medium sized)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup carrot, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth or 1 1/2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
2 cups water
1/4 cup red wine
1/2 tablespoon fennel seed
1/2 tablespoon cumin
1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
1/2 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1/2 tablespoon red pepper flakes
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Soak the lentils in roughly 1 cup of cold water or green tea for at least 30 minutes.
  • In a medium-sized stock pot over medium-high heat, sauté the diced onions and garlic in 1/4 cup of the chicken broth until the onions become translucent (around 5 minutes).
  • Add the carrots, sweet potatoes, and red wine. Cook for around 1 minute or until the wine becomes very fragrant.
  • Add the lentils, water, and chicken broth. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring the mixture occasionally.
  • Reduce the heat. Add the red pepper flakes and fennel seed and cover, allowing the soup to simmer for about 20 minutes or until the lentils and sweet potatoes begin to fall apart.
  • Remove the lid and add the spices. If you would like to get a thicker consistency, kick the heat back up and reduce until it hits the desired thickness. You may want to adjust the amounts of salt and pepper, depending on your own tastes.
  • Serve the soup either on its own or over a starch with a dollop of raita (thick yogurt mixed with vegetables) or sour cream. Garnish with whatever you like (Featured in the photo is yogurt, carrot, and a dash of paprika.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 62.5, Carbohydrate 23.7, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 3.6, Protein 7.8

SAVORY SWEET POTATO TURNIP SOUP



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So...anyone who sees the title is probably thinking "Ew! What a weird combo!" Well, all I can say is that I was out of veggies one day and had no patience to go to the store to buy some. So I basically scrounged around and put together something that I hoped would taste good - and it came out AWESOME!!! It is such an incredibly easy and fast recipe and it just goes so well with a crusty piece of garlic bread! YUM!

Provided by Shopmiami49

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 35m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large sweet potato
1 small turnip
2 small white potatoes
1 medium onion, chopped
4 large garlic cloves, chopped finely
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (approx.)
chicken flavored broth (enough to just cover the veggies)
salt and pepper
1/2 cup milk

Steps:

  • Saute the garlic and onion in the oil until translucent.
  • Cube the veggies and throw into the pot. Pour in enough broth to just cover the veggies.
  • Add salt and pepper.
  • Bring to boil and then lower the flame and simmer, covered, for about 25 minutes, or until veggies are soft.
  • Remove soup from flame and blend with a hand blender until thick and creamy. Pour in the milk and blend for a few more minutes.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 8.5, Sodium 350.6, Carbohydrate 47.3, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 7.2, Protein 6.4

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Sweet Potatoes: Select firm, medium-sized sweet potatoes with smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid potatoes with cuts, bruises, or blemishes.
  • Roasting vs. Boiling: Roasting sweet potatoes brings out their natural sweetness and caramelizes them slightly, resulting in a more flavorful soup. However, boiling is a quicker and easier method if you're short on time.
  • Use Vegetable Broth: Vegetable broth adds a savory depth to the soup without overpowering the sweet potatoes' natural flavor. You can use homemade or store-bought vegetable broth.
  • Don't Overcook the Sweet Potatoes: Overcooked sweet potatoes can become mushy and lose their vibrant color. Cook them until they are tender but still hold their shape.
  • Add Vegetables for Extra Nutrition: Feel free to add other vegetables to your soup, such as carrots, celery, onions, or kale. This will increase the soup's nutritional value and make it more filling.
  • Garnish with Fresh Herbs: Before serving, garnish your soup with fresh herbs like cilantro, parsley, or chives. This adds a pop of color, freshness, and flavor to the soup.

Conclusion:

Savory sweet potato soup is a delightful and versatile dish that is perfect for a cozy meal. With its creamy texture, naturally sweet flavor, and customizable toppings, it is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you prefer a simple and quick soup or a more elaborate and flavorful one, there is a recipe in this article to suit your taste and dietary needs. So grab some sweet potatoes and experiment with different ingredients and flavors to create your own unique and delicious version of this classic soup. Enjoy!

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