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Sweet Potato Soup

Potato soup starts with chopped onion, minced garlic, minced chili pepper, ground coriander sautéed in olive oil. Sweet potatoes and stock are added to sautéed vegetables and simmered to soften potatoes. Soup is pureed and combined with milk and chopped fresh cilantro. Served hot.

Ingredients -

1 teaspoon Olive Oil
1 large White or Yellow Onion, chopped
2 teaspoons minced Garlic
1 teaspoon minced Chili Pepper
2 teaspoons Ground Coriander
2 pounds Sweet Potatoes, peeled, cut into small cubes
2 pints Chicken or Vegetable Stock
1 (5 ounces) can Evaporated Milk
1/2 cup chopped Fresh Cilantro Leaves

Preparation:

1. Heat olive oil in stockpot.

2. Saute onion over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, until soft.

3. Add garlic, chili and ground coriander, cook, stirring, for 1 minute.

4. Add sweet potato and chicken or vegetable stock.

5. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to simmer, partially covered, for 20 minutes, until sweet potato is tender.

6. Cool slightly and purée in a blender until smooth.

7. Return to the saucepan, add milk and reheat gently.

8. Stir in cilantro and garnish with extra whole leaves if desired.

Soup Making Tips -
Sweet Potatoes

	Sweet potatoes are packed with vitamins and other important nutrients. A holiday treat, sweet potatoes should be enjoyed year-round for their wonderful taste, versatility and exceptional nutritional value. Sweet potatoes can be cooked a number of ways including steaming, boiling, roasting and grilling.

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