sweet potato soup

 

When the autumn air turns crisp, warm up with a bowl of this wholesome and comforting September sweet potato and kale soup. It's simple to make and filled with Autumnal flavours from the earthy and smooth sweet potatoes, savoury onion, and aromatic herbs.

Find out below how to make this warming and delicious September soup that only needs a handful of ingredients. 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

 

2 cups (400g) diced sweet potatoes

1 onion, finely chopped

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

1 teaspoon dried sage

Salt and pepper to taste

500 ml vegetable stock 

Fresh rosemary and sage leaves for garnish

Handful of chopped kale leaves

 

Instructions:

 

  1. Preheat your oven to Gas Mark 6 (200°C or 400°F).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes and chopped onion with olive oil, dried rosemary, dried sage, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread the mixture on a baking tray and roast in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender and slightly caramelised.
  4. Transfer the roasted sweet potato and onion mixture to a pot.
  5. Add the vegetable broth to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Use an immersion blender to blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. You can also transfer the mixture in batches to a blender and blend until smooth.
  7. Place the pot back on the stove and gently warm the soup over low heat.
  8. Stir in the chopped kale leaves and let them wilt gently.
  9. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  10. Ladle the aromatic and flavorful soup into bowls, garnish with fresh rosemary and sage leaves, and enjoy the comforting autumn flavours.

Enjoy! 

This nourishing September soup feels like a big hug. The fragrant herbs and spices evoke cosy memories of the changing seasons. It's simple enough for a casual weeknight meal yet satisfying enough for a weekend with friends. Just make sure to garnish with extra fresh herbs to brighten those lovely Autumnal flavours.

Savour this wholesome blend of sweet potatoes and greens when you need food that feels as good in the soul as it does in the stomach. Let it bring warmth and comfort as the days grow shorter and cooler.