How to Make Sweet Potato and Apple Soup | Extra Sharp | Real Simple

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: heavy cream

Almond milk is lower in calories, while heavy cream adds richness.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: low-sodium vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Using water with bouillon is cost-effective for flavor.

Peel and dice sweet potatoes and apples.

Chop onion and garlic finely.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in sweet potatoes, apples, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg; cook for 3-4 minutes.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until sweet potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Blend the soup in batches until smooth, or use an immersion blender.

Return the soup to the pot and stir in coconut milk.

Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

Reheat gently before serving.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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