Sweet Potato And Crab Soup Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato And Crab Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter, divided; 2 medium leeks (white portion only), finely chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 4 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds); 1 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 5 cups vegetable stock; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 4 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, divided; 12 ounces lump crabmeat, drained; Croutons, optional

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons butter, divided
2 medium leeks (white portion only), finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
5 cups vegetable stock
2 cups heavy whipping cream
4 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, divided
12 ounces lump crabmeat, drained
Croutons, optional

1
In a Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat; saute leeks and garlic until leeks are tender, 4-6 minutes.
2
Stir in sweet potatoes, 3/4 teaspoon salt, cinnamon, cayenne and stock; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes.
3
Puree soup using an immersion blender or cool slightly and puree soup in batches in a blender; return to pan. Stir in cream and 2 teaspoons thyme; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Add crab and the remaining salt and thyme; cook 5 minutes, stirring gently to combine. Top servings with crab mixture and, if desired, croutons.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons butter, divided, 2 medium leeks (white portion only), finely chopped, 3 garlic cloves, minced, 4 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds), and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato And Crab Soup falls under the Seafood 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.

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Sweet Potato And Crab Soup

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