Mary Berry Sweet Potato Soup
Mary Berry’s sweet potato soup is a smooth, creamy soup made with sweet potatoes, onions, garlic, and vegetable stock. The soup is gently spiced and pureed to create a velvety texture. This simple yet elegant soup is ideal as a starter or a light lunch and can be served with crusty bread or topped with your favorite garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
- 1kg sweet potatoes (peeled and diced): Provides the natural sweetness and smooth texture for the soup.
- 1 onion (chopped): Adds a savory base flavor.
- 2 garlic cloves (minced): Enhances the flavor with a subtle garlic note.
- 750ml vegetable stock: Adds depth and helps to create the right consistency.
- 2 tbsp olive oil: For sautéing the vegetables.
- 150ml double cream (optional): Adds creaminess to the soup.
- Salt and pepper: Season the soup to taste.
- Optional garnish: Fresh herbs like parsley or chives, or a drizzle of cream.
Instructions
Step 1: Sauté the onions and garlic
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they become soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Step 2: Cook the sweet potatoes
Add the diced sweet potatoes to the pan and stir to coat them in the oil and onion mixture. Cook for 5 minutes to allow the sweet potatoes to start softening.
Step 3: Add the stock
Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are soft and fully cooked through.
Step 4: Blend the soup
Remove the pot from the heat. Use a blender or an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth and creamy. If the soup is too thick, you can add a bit more stock to reach your desired consistency.
Step 5: Add cream (optional)
If you want a richer soup, stir in the double cream. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste and gently heat for another 5 minutes, but do not let it boil.
Step 6: Serve
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs, a drizzle of cream, or a sprinkle of black pepper. Serve hot with crusty bread or your favorite sides.
Find it online: https://britishbakingrecipes.co.uk/mary-berry-sweet-potato-soup/