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Sweet Potato and Carrot Soup

Sweet Potato and Carrot Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy, vibrant soup blends the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with earthy carrots, resulting in a deliciously balanced dish. Easy to make, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Serve it warm with crusty bread for a heartwarming meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and cubed
  • 4 medium carrots (about 400g), peeled and chopped
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups (960ml) low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 cup (240ml) full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  2. Add sweet potatoes and carrots to the pot, stirring well to combine. Cook for about 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth until all vegetables are submerged. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes or until tender.
  4. Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or in batches in a regular blender.
  5. Return the blended soup to the pot over low heat. Stir in coconut milk, cumin, nutmeg, and season with salt and pepper. Warm through before serving.

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Keywords: For deeper flavors, roast sweet potatoes and carrots before adding them to the pot. Customize by adding ginger for a spicy kick or swapping in butternut squash for added sweetness. Feel free to garnish with fresh herbs or toasted seeds for extra texture.