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Savory Italian Sweet Potato Soup with Turkey Bacon Delight

Savory Italian Sweet Potato Soup
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A delicious and hearty soup that combines the sweetness of sweet potatoes with savory turkey bacon, perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large sweet potatoes
  • 4 slices turkey bacon
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  1. Cook the turkey bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy. Remove and chop, leaving the drippings in the pot.
  2. Add olive oil, chopped onion, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until onions are translucent.
  3. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes, then add them to the pot along with the vegetable broth, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
  5. Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or by transferring to a blender in batches.
  6. Stir in the chopped turkey bacon and fresh basil. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.

Notes

  • For extra creaminess, add a splash of cream or coconut milk before serving.
  • Feel free to substitute regular bacon if turkey bacon is not available.

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Keywords: Savory Italian Sweet Potato Soup, soup, sweet potato, turkey bacon

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