Spicy Sweet Potato & Chickpea Soup Recipe

Name: Spicy Sweet Potato & Chickpea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 teaspoons ground ancho chili pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 pound sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained; 4 cups chicken stock; 1/4 cup water; 6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled; 2 green onions, sliced; Shaved Parmesan cheese, optional

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons ground ancho chili pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 pound sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
4 cups chicken stock
1/4 cup water
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2 green onions, sliced
Shaved Parmesan cheese, optional

1
In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onion until tender, 4-6 minutes. Stir in spices. Add potatoes, chickpeas, stock and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes.
2
Puree soup using an immersion blender. Or cool slightly and puree soup in batches in a blender; return to pan and heat through. Top with bacon, green onions and, if desired, cheese.Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little stock or water if necessary.

1522

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

142

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: 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 teaspoons ground ancho chili pepper, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Spicy Sweet Potato & Chickpea 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.

Spicy Sweet Potato & Chickpea Soup

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