Butternut Sweet Potato Soup

Ingredients

• 2 pound peeled and cubed butternut squash
• 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, cubed (about 2 medium)
• 1 medium onion
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled
• 1 Tablespoon smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne
• 2 Tablespoons avocado oil
• 1 1/2 quarts chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Juice from 1 lime (2-3 Tablespoons)
• 1 12-ounce package of uncooked bacon
• 2 cups frozen corn
• Sliced Avocado

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 425F degrees. Prepare a large...: Preheat oven to 425F degrees. Prepare a large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray or a sheet of parchment paper.

2. 2

   Place the squash and sweet potatoes on the...: Place the squash and sweet potatoes on the baking sheet. Peel and cut the onion into large chunks and add it to the baking sheet. Add the garlic cloves and spices to the pan on top of the vegetables. Drizzle the oil over top.

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   Use your hands to coat everything in the...: Use your hands to coat everything in the spices well. Roast on a lower oven rack for 35-45 minutes, flipping things around every 10-15 minutes until the squash and potatoes are very soft and have caramelized edges.

4. 4

   While the vegetables are roasting, chop the bacon...: While the vegetables are roasting, chop the bacon and cook it in a large skillet with the corn for 15-20 minutes until the bacon has crisped up and the corn has toasty brown spots. Use a slotted spoon to transfer it to a paper towel lined bowl or plate. Set aside.

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   When the vegetables are finished roasting, transfer them...: When the vegetables are finished roasting, transfer them to a large soup pot. Add the 5 cups of the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Simmer for about 5 minutes.

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   Remove the soup from the heat, blend with...: Remove the soup from the heat, blend with an immersion blender until completely smooth. Stir in the heavy cream and the lime juice. If you'd like the soup a little thinner, add the remaining cup of chicken broth gradually until you reach the right consistency.

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   Taste, adding more salt or lime juice if...: Taste, adding more salt or lime juice if you think it needs it.

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   Serve with a few spoonfuls of the toasted...: Serve with a few spoonfuls of the toasted corn and bacon and a few avocado slices.