Sweet Potato And Apple Soup
Sweet Potato and Apple Soup is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for chilly evenings or special occasions. This comforting soup features creamy sweet potatoes combined with tart apples, creating a unique taste experience that is both satisfying and nourishing. With its smooth texture and nutritious ingredients, it’s an ideal choice for anyone looking to warm up while enjoying a healthy meal. Easy to prepare in just over an hour, this versatile dish can be served as an appetizer or main course, making it a favorite for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting, Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 Sweet Potatoes, quartered
- 1 Large Tart Apple, peeled and cored
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 2 Stalks Celery, chopped
- 1 Large Carrot, chopped
- 1 Bay Leaf
- 5 Cups Chicken Broth
- 1 Cup Cream
- Zest and juice of 1 Lemon
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Optional: Crumbled Goat Cheese or Feta for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange sweet potatoes and apple on a greased baking sheet; roast for about 40 minutes until tender.
- Let cool, then peel the sweet potatoes.
- In a soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté onion, celery, bay leaf, and carrot until tender.
- Remove bay leaf; add chicken broth along with roasted sweet potato and apple pieces.
- Blend until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
- Return mixture to the pot; stir in cream, lemon zest, and juice until combined.
- Season with salt and pepper; gently heat without boiling.
- Serve garnished with crumbled cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg