Sweet Potato and Red Pepper Soup

Ingredients

• 2 roasted red peppers
• 2 sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 onion (chopped)
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 3 tablespoons brandy
• 6 cups chicken stock (substitute vegetable stock)
• Crème Fraiche (for serving - optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil on medium heat in a large pot or Dutch oven.

2. 2

   Add the onions and garlic and sauté for 3-5 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the brandy and cook 2-3 minutes, until alcohol has mostly burned off.

4. 4

   Add the remaining ingredients and simmer for 20 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are soft throughout.

5. 5

   Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Remove the bay leaf.

6. 6

   Use an immersion blender or regular blender to blend the mixture until smooth.

7. 7

   Serve drizzled with crème fraiche and desired toppings (see post above for options)