Creamy Sweet Potato Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 1 tbspbutter
- 1 mediumonion
chopped
- 3 stickscelery
chopped
- 4 clovesgarlic
minced
- 4 cchicken broth
or veg broth
- 2 lbsweet potatoes
peeled & chopped
- 1 tspsmoked paprika
- ⅓ csour cream
optional, see note
- ½ cheavy/whipping cream
optional, see note
- to tastesalt & pepper
Directions
- 1
Add the oil and butter to a soup pot over medium-high heat. Sauté the onion and celery for about 7-10 minutes or until it starts to brown lightly.
- 2
Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- 3
Add in the broth, sweet potatoes, and smoked paprika. Increase the heat to high and bring the soup to a boil. Cover the pot with the lid slightly open and reduce the heat and let it simmer rapidly for 25-30 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are soft.
- 4
Carefully blend the soup using an immersion blender or regular blender (you may want to let the soup cool a bit first).
- 5
Stir in the sour cream and heavy cream and season with salt & pepper as needed. The soup will likely be quite thick still, so thin it out with a bit more broth if needed. Taste and adjust... like add more cream or sour cream if needed.
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About this Recipe
Craving a bowl of pure comfort that feels both elegant and incredibly satisfying? This Creamy Sweet Potato Soup delivers warmth and flavor in every silky spoonful, perfect for any cozy evening.
What makes this creamy sweet potato soup truly stand out is its delightful simplicity combined with a rich depth of flavor. It’s designed to be effortlessly delicious, allowing the natural sweetness of the potatoes to shine, enhanced by thoughtful aromatics and a touch of smoky spice. Plus, it’s a fantastic candidate for making ahead, meaning you can enjoy its comforting embrace even on the busiest days.
Expect a soup that’s wonderfully smooth and lusciously creamy, with a natural sweetness from the sweet potatoes perfectly balanced by savory notes from the onion, celery, and garlic. A subtle whisper of smoked paprika adds an inviting depth, making each spoonful feel both familiar and exciting. This is a truly comforting dish that promises a satisfying experience, and it holds up beautifully for enjoyment as leftovers.
Customization & Variations
This sweet potato soup is incredibly adaptable. For a fully vegetarian option, simply use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. If you prefer a lighter consistency or want to omit dairy, you can skip the optional sour cream and heavy cream. For an extra rich and velvety texture, incorporate both the sour cream and heavy cream as suggested.
This comforting sweet potato soup is ideal for a light lunch, a starter to a larger meal, or a satisfying dinner all on its own. Pair it with a crusty bread or a fresh green salad for a complete and wholesome meal.