Yam Bisque Recipe

Name: Yam Bisque
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium yams, peeled; 2 medium carrots, peeled; 2 medium cucumbers, peeled; 2 celery ribs; 4 large shallots, quartered; ¼ cup plain low-fat yogurt; 2 ½ cups vegetable stock (or chicken stock); 1 ¼ tablespoons cream of wheat (potato starch works well also); 10 sprigs Italian parsley, leaves only; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon curry powder; 1 tablespoon rosemary, dried, crushed (can use sage,different flavor, but good also); 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; ¼ teaspoon salt (optional); 2 tablespoons chives, minced

Servings: persons

2 medium yams, peeled
2 medium carrots, peeled
2 medium cucumbers, peeled
2 celery ribs
4 large shallots, quartered
¼ cup plain low-fat yogurt
2 ½ cups vegetable stock (or chicken stock)
1 ¼ tablespoons cream of wheat (potato starch works well also)
10 sprigs Italian parsley, leaves only
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 tablespoon rosemary, dried, crushed (can use sage,different flavor, but good also)
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
¼ teaspoon salt (optional)
2 tablespoons chives, minced

1
Using food processor or by hand, process shallots to fine-mince.
2
Place in cup and set aside.
3
Process yams and carrots to coarse chop.
4
Set aside.
5
Put parsley in workbowl along with cucumbers and celery.
6
Pulse 3-4 times.
7
Heat oil in heavy-bottomed 3-qt.
8
saucepan.
9
Add shallots and saute over medium 1 minute.
10
Stir in curry and cook another minute.
11
Add all the chopped vegetables and rosemary; cook 2 minutes.
12
Pour in vinegar.
13
Cook 30 seconds, stirring.
14
Add stock and salt(if desired).
15
Cover and cook for 30 minutes on medium-low heat.
16
Puree in small amounts, carefully.
17
Put back in saucepan and bring to a simmer.
18
Sprinkle cream of wheat in while stirring and continue to cook for 10 more minutes.
19
Stir in yogurt just before serving and top with chives.

141

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium yams, peeled, 2 medium carrots, peeled, 2 medium cucumbers, peeled, 2 celery ribs, and more.

Yes, Yam Bisque 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Yam Bisque

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Variations & substitutions

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