Nourishing & Velvety Sweet Potato Cream Soup
How to Make Delicious Homemade Sweet Potato Cream Soup
Tired of the same old steamed or baked sweet potatoes? Transform them into a delightful sweet potato cream soup, perfect for a light breakfast or a comforting meal. Its subtle sweetness and smooth texture are incredibly satisfying. (Teaspoons are used for measurements.)
Ingredients
- 3 Sweet potatoes (approx. 250g)
- 10g Butter
- 30g Onion
- 350ml Milk
- About 0.3 tsp Salt
- A pinch of Parsley flakes
- 4 slices Bread for croutons (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, add 600ml of water to a pot with a steamer basket. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Once steam begins to escape from the lid, reduce the heat to medium and steam the sweet potatoes for 25-30 minutes. Add more water if it evaporates.
Step 2
Check if the sweet potatoes are tender by piercing them with a chopstick or fork. If they yield easily, turn off the heat and remove the sweet potatoes. Steaming time may vary depending on the size and quantity of sweet potatoes.
Step 3
Once slightly cooled, peel the steamed sweet potatoes and cut them into slices about 0.5-1cm thick.
Step 4
Peel and thinly slice the onion. Prepare 10g of butter to add richness to the soup.
Step 5
Melt the butter in a pan over medium-low heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté, stirring occasionally, for about 3-4 minutes until the onions are softened and translucent, taking care not to burn them.
Step 6
Once the onions are nicely softened, add the sliced sweet potatoes and 350ml of cold milk to the pot.
Step 7
Using a masher or fork, mash the sweet potatoes directly in the pot until mostly broken down. For an extra smooth consistency, transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until completely smooth.
Step 8
Adjust the soup’s consistency by adding more milk if it’s too thick. The ideal consistency is pourable but still creamy, like a thick sauce. You can also gently simmer it a bit longer to thicken if needed.
Step 9
Add about 0.3 tsp of salt to season the soup and place it back over medium-low heat. Be mindful when heating milk-based dishes; they can scorch or boil over quickly. Use a pot with high sides and keep the heat gentle.
Step 10
Stir the soup continuously over medium-low heat to prevent sticking. Once it begins to simmer gently around the edges, let it cook for just 5-10 more seconds before turning off the heat. Taste and add more salt if necessary to suit your preference.
Step 11
Finally, add a dash of freshly ground black pepper for an aromatic finish. Your delicious and healthy sweet potato cream soup is ready!
Step 12
Ladle the warm soup into bowls. Sprinkle a little parsley flakes for color and garnish. Serve with crunchy toasted bread croutons for an extra delightful touch.
