Cheesy Sweet and White Potato Soup

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   Microwave the sweet potatoes and white potatoes separately on high until easily pierced with a knife.

2. 2

   Allow 4 minutes per sweet potato and test; add another minute each until done.

3. 3

   Allow 2 minutes per white potato; add another minute each until done.

4. 4

   When the potatoes are cool enough to handle, slip the peels off and cut into large chunks.

5. 5

   Puree the potatoes in the food processor in two batches, adding 1 cup of water to each batch, until smooth and transfer to a soup pot.

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   Or place the potatos in a soup pot with 2 cups water.

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   Insert an immersion blender into the pot and process until smooth.

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   Bring the mixture to a simmer.

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   Add enough milk to make a fluid but fairly thick consistency.

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    Add the cheese, salt, mustard, and nutmeg.

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    Cover and simmer gently for 10 minutes.

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    Let stand for 1 to 2 hours before serving, or serve at once.

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    Top each serving with a sprinkling of green peas.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.