Creamy Roasted Yam Soup Recipe

Name: Creamy Roasted Yam Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs yams, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes (sweet potatoes); 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus another; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 cup onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 6 cups chicken broth; 1 cup whipping cream

Servings: persons

3 lbs yams, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes (sweet potatoes)
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus another
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups chicken broth
1 cup whipping cream

1
grease a baking sheet. Preheat oven to 375u00b0F.
2
combine yam, 1 tbsp oil, cumin, salt, pepper and cayenne pepper on prepared baking sheet.
3
(I mixed everything together in a ziploc bag then put on baking sheet).
4
Roast in Pre-heated oven, stirring occasionally, for about 50 minute or until softened and lightly browned.
5
Heat extra oil in a large pot or dutch oven over med-high heat.
6
Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minute or until onion is softened and browned.
7
(browning the onion helps to give the soup its flavour).
8
Add garlic and cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
9
Add roasted yams and broth and stir. Process in a blender in 3 to 4 batches until smooth.
10
(I used a hand held blender and pureed directly in the pot).
11
Return mixture to same pot and bring to a boil, then reduce to med-low.
12
Add cream and stir until well combined and hot. season with extra salt and pepper if desired.
13
TIP: Soup can be made 1-3 days ahead and stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
14
To reheat, place in a large pot or dutch oven and stir over med. heat until hot.

967

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

117

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs yams, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes (sweet potatoes), 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus another, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Creamy Roasted Yam Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Creamy Roasted Yam Soup

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