SMOKY SWEET-POTATO SOUP

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A puree of sweet potatoes, apple, and leeks gets an earthy spiciness from a chipotle chile coated in adobo sauce-which can be omited for spice-free eaters. The silky Sweet-Potato Soup relies on its fresh ingredients, not heavy cream or butter, to achieve its rich flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 small leek, white and pale-green parts only, thinly sliced and rinsed well
1 tart green apple, such as Granny Smith, cored, peeled, and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 celery stalk, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
6 cups chicken stock
1 medium canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup salted pepitas (green hulled pumpkin seeds)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook garlic and leek until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes. Add apple, celery, and ginger, and cook for 3 minutes. Add sweet potatoes and stock, and simmer until sweet potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Add chipotle chile.
  • Working in batches, transfer mixture to a blender, and puree until smooth, transferring soup to a large bowl as you work. (For safety, remove cap from hole in lid, and cover with a dish towel to prevent spattering.) Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with pepitas before serving.

Safiq Ahmed Pervez
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually serve it with a side of crusty bread or crackers.


Kicv Bugxvg
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the smoky flavor is so comforting. I also love the fact that it's made with all healthy ingredients. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Skyla Clements
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so flavorful. I love the smoky flavor from the paprika and cumin. I also added a bit of garlic and onion powder to give it a little extra flavor. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Nabakka Cate
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I'm not usually a fan of sweet potato soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of sweet potatoes, carrots, and spices is amazing. I will definitely be making this soup again.


aftab fayyaz
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This soup is delicious! The smoky flavor from the paprika and cumin is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the potatoes and carrots. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Kisira Kizito
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually serve it with a side of crusty bread or crackers.


Ch Subhan
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the smoky flavor is so comforting. I also love the fact that it's made with all healthy ingredients. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Ntombenhle Vilakazi
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so flavorful. I love the smoky flavor from the paprika and cumin. I also added a bit of garlic and onion powder to give it a little extra flavor. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Monny Omobola
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This soup is delicious! I love the smoky flavor from the paprika and cumin. I also added a bit of cayenne pepper for a little extra kick. I will definitely be making this soup again.


jitu rauniyar
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually serve it with a side of crusty bread or crackers.


Marco Urizar
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the smoky flavor is so comforting. I also love the fact that it's made with all healthy ingredients. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Abir Mia
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the smoky flavor and the sweetness of the potatoes and carrots. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Arslan Qayyum
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so flavorful. I love the smoky flavor from the paprika and cumin. I also added a bit of garlic and onion powder to give it a little extra flavor. My family loved it, and I will definitely be making it again.


Vivian Gyabeng
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I'm not usually a fan of sweet potato soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of sweet potatoes, carrots, and spices is amazing. I also love the smoky flavor from the paprika. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Nassir Taliaferro
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This soup is absolutely delicious! The smoky flavor from the paprika and cumin is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the potatoes and carrots. I added a bit of cayenne pepper for a little extra kick, and it was perfect. My family loved it, and I