Sweet Potato, Red Lentil and Turmeric Soup
Sweet Potato, Red Lentil and Turmeric Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) finely chopped fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) paprika
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- 5 cups (1.25 litres) chicken broth
- 3 cups (750 ml) cubed sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) red lentils
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) milk
- 2 cups (500 ml) bread in 1/2-inch (1-cm) cubes
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) sliced almonds
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, sauté the ginger, turmeric and paprika in the oil for 30 seconds. Add the broth, sweet potatoes and lentils. Bring to a boil.Reduce the heat, cover and simmer gently until the sweet potatoes and lentils are tender, about 10 minutes.
- In a blender, purée the soup until smooth. Add the milk and adjust the seasoning.
- Garnish each serving with almond croutons.
Sweet Potato, Red Lentil and Turmeric Soup