Sweet Potato Soup Recipe

Introduction

This hearty sausage soup combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with savory Italian sausage for a comforting meal. Creamy and flavorful, it’s perfect for warming up on chilly days.

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes (peeled and diced)
• 1 pound mild Italian sausage (crumbled)
• 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt, pepper, and optional spices (smoked paprika or thyme)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion with a pinch of salt until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2. Step 2: Add the crumbled Italian sausage to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and no longer pink, about 7-8 minutes.
3. Step 3: Stir in the diced sweet potatoes and pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer until the sweet potatoes are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
4. Step 4: Using a blender or immersion blender, blend part of the soup until smooth, leaving some chunks for texture. Return the blended portion to the pot and stir to combine.
5. Step 5: Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt, pepper, and optional smoked paprika or thyme to taste. Let the soup simmer briefly to warm through before serving hot.

Tips & Variations

• For a spicier kick, substitute mild sausage with spicy Italian sausage or add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
• To make it vegetarian, replace sausage with sautéed mushrooms or crumbled tofu and use vegetable broth.
• Leftover soup can be thickened with extra cream or thinned with more broth based on your preference.

Storage

Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm gently on the stove over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. You can also freeze the soup for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of sausage in this soup?

Yes, you can substitute mild Italian sausage with sweet, spicy, or even chicken sausage according to your taste preferences.

Is it necessary to blend part of the soup?

Blending part of the soup gives it a creamy texture without adding extra ingredients, but if you prefer a chunky soup, you can skip this step.

Sweet Potato Soup Recipe

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A comforting and hearty sausage soup featuring sweet potatoes, Italian sausage, and a creamy broth, perfect for cozy meals. This recipe combines savory sausage with the natural sweetness of potatoes, enhanced by aromatic garlic and onion, finished with a touch of cream for richness.

• Author: Elena
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Soup
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients

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Sausage Soup Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 pound mild Italian sausage, crumbled
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste
• Optional spices: smoked paprika or thyme, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. Prepare aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion with a pinch of salt and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Then add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
2. Cook sausage: Add the crumbled mild Italian sausage to the pot. Cook it, stirring frequently, until browned and no longer pink, approximately 7-8 minutes.
3. Add sweet potatoes and broth: Stir in the diced sweet potatoes, then pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender.
4. Blend part of the soup: Using an immersion blender or by carefully transferring part of the soup to a blender, puree a portion of the soup to create a creamy texture while leaving some chunks intact. Return the blended portion back into the pot and stir to combine.
5. Finish with cream and seasoning: Stir in the heavy cream and season the soup with salt, pepper, and optional smoked paprika or thyme to taste. Let the soup simmer gently for 3-5 minutes to warm through before serving hot.

Notes

• Partial blending of the soup adds creaminess without losing the texture. For an even smoother soup, blend all of it.
• Adjust seasoning gradually; the sausage and broth add saltiness, so taste before adding extra salt.
• For a dairy-free option, substitute the heavy cream with coconut milk or a plant-based cream.
• This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
• Adding fresh herbs like thyme or parsley as garnish enhances flavor and presentation.

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