Nutty Sweet Potato Soup

Show: Healthy Appetite with Ellie Krieger Episode: Expect the Unexpected

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Cook Time:
30 min
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Yield:
6 servings, serving size 1 1/2 cups

Times:

Prep: 10 min
Inactive Prep: --
Cook: 30 min
Total:: 40 min

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Directions

1 tablespoon canola oil

Ingredients

1 large onion, diced (about 2 cups)
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and diced (about 1 cup)
2 medium carrots, diced (about 1 cup)
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon)
1 teaspoon peeled and grated fresh ginger
1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed (2 cups)
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 (14.5-ounce) can no salt added diced tomatoes, with their juices
2/3 cup creamy natural peanut butter
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 cup chopped scallion greens (about 3 scallions)

Heat the oil in a large soup pot over a medium-high heat. Add the onions, bell pepper and carrots and cook, stirring until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes. Add the cayenne, black pepper, garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute more. Stir in the sweet potato, broth, and tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.

*Puree the soup in the pot using an immersion blender or in a regular blender in 2 batches and return the soup to the pot. Add the peanut butter and honey and stir, over low heat, until the peanut butter melts. Serve warm, garnished with the scallions.

*When blending hot liquids: Remove liquid from the heat and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes. Transfer liquid to a blender or food processor and fill it no more than halfway. If using a blender, release one corner of the lid. This prevents the vacuum effect that creates heat explosions. Place a towel over the top of the machine, pulse a few times then process on high speed until smooth.

Per Serving:

Calories 290; Total Fat 18g (Sat Fat 3.5g, Mono Fat 9g, Poly Fat 5g); Protein 14g; Carb 23g; Fiber 5g; Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 260mg

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Comments & Reviews

recipe Nutty Sweet Potato Soup
Maureen Jupiter, FL 01-30-2010
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Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I'm so glad I finally tried this soup. I made it as written, except I scaled back the ingredients by a third since I had only... a medium sweet potato. I did add almost a half teaspoon of cayenne, and I used vegetable broth. It was so delicious. I didn't have any scallions, but it was excellent anyway. I just realized I could have used chives...and I will next time. This reminds me of a sauce I make for an African chicken dish I've made for years. Thanks Ellie!Read more
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eula buffalo, NY 01-23-2010
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No Guilt Soup
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This soup is wonderful. It is easy to make. We eat it all year round. The use of the cayenne pepper is really a matter of... personal choice. Two members of the family love it on the milder side. My daughter loves the heat. She wants every thing spicy hot. So she gets to add more to her bowl. Some good, whole grain, crusty bread with this soup is excellent. I often double the recipe and freeze the left over. It freezes just fine. Ellie is terrific! Read more
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Cindy Graham, NC 12-18-2009
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A Grateful Gratifying Go-to
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

EK did it again! Yet another quick and easy recipe packed with healthy ingredients that is not only good for you, but... delicious. My whole family loves it, including my toddler and hubby. We'll be making this one often and for a long time to come. Thanks Ellie!!!!Read more
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Donna Schererville, IN 10-26-2009
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Huge party hit this weekend!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Make a double-batch and service this at your next party in a crock pot... Swirl the honey and add garlic chives when you... serve it for that finishing touch. This is the perfect fall soup that can be made in advance or on a moment's notice.Read more
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Mary Northville, MI 07-12-2009
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Different and Great
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I saw this recipe today and couldn't wait to make the soup. It is really great. I served it to a group and everyone loved... it. I will make this again for sure!!!Read more
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Karien north bergen , NJ 07-11-2009
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This is a winner!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I saw the episode this morning (7/11/09), got the ingredients and started cooking, it is easy and DELICIOUS! THe cayenne... pepper gives a nice kick and the peanut butter (I admit that I wanted to skip it at first but glad I didn't) and honey nicely balance it out. I've put double of tomatos in, still good. Thanks Ellie.Read more