Sweet Potato Soup (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 medium shallots, chopped and peeled.
02 - 2 to 3 large-sized sweet potatoes.
03 - 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
04 - 1 teaspoon cumin, adjust to taste.
05 - 1 teaspoon of thyme, dried.
06 - Salt and black pepper for seasoning.
07 - 4 cups of vegetable or chicken broth.
08 - Optional: Sour cream to top.
09 - Optional garnish: Fresh chives or herbs.

# Instructions:

01 - Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) and let it heat up.
02 - Chop the shallots into small pieces and cut the sweet potatoes into cubes, about an inch in size.
03 - On a baking sheet, arrange the sweet potato cubes and shallots. Pour olive oil over them, sprinkle thyme and cumin, then mix everything so it's evenly coated.
04 - Bake for roughly 30 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are soft and slightly caramelized.
05 - Take the tray out of the oven and allow it to cool a bit. Put the cooked shallots and sweet potatoes into a blender or food processor.
06 - Pour in 4 cups of broth, and add your desired amount of salt and pepper.
07 - Blend until you get a creamy texture. If your blender isn't large enough, try blending it in portions.
08 - Too thick? Add more broth. Too thin? Simmer on low heat to reduce it a little. Don't forget to taste and adjust flavors.
09 - Ladle into bowls while it's hot and dollop with sour cream if you’re using it.
10 - Top it off with freshly chopped herbs or chives if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Try experimenting with other spices, like ginger, chili powder, harissa, or ras el hanout.
02 - For a heartier dish, stir in cooked chickpeas, add pulled chicken, or toss in some wilted greens.
03 - Serve it alone as a light meal, maybe with crusty bread and a fresh green salad.
04 - It pairs well with main dishes too, like pork chops or roasted chicken.
05 - It stores great in the freezer! Pour it into bags or containers and freeze it for up to 3 months.
06 - To warm it up, let it thaw overnight or reheat it straight from frozen in a pan on low heat. If it looks separated, give it a quick blend or whisk to fix it.

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