Sweet Potato Chowder: A Cozy, Hearty Recipe with Turkey Bacon
A delightful sweet potato chowder that combines the richness of sweet potatoes with the smokiness of turkey bacon, perfect for chilly days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook turkey bacon in a large pot until crispy, then remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add olive oil, onions, and garlic, sautéing until translucent.
- Add diced sweet potatoes and cook for a few minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Blend the chowder until smooth, then stir in cream, smoked paprika, and pepper.
- Chop bacon and mix back into the chowder.
- Season with salt to taste and serve hot.
Notes
- For a thicker chowder, add more sweet potatoes.
- Can substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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