24 de mayo de 2023

Smoky Sweet Potato Black-eyed Pea Soup

Smoky Sweet Potato Black-Eyed Pea Soup

A Deliciously Rich and Hearty Vegetarian Soup

This smoky sweet potato black-eyed pea soup is a delicious and comforting vegetarian meal. It is a rich and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is packed with flavor from the smoky bacon-flavored liquid smoke, sweet potatoes, and black-eyed peas. The soup is also loaded with healthy vegetables such as onions, celery, carrots, and garlic, adding a nice balance of flavors. The combination of the smoky and sweet flavors makes this soup an instant classic.

This soup is easy to make and can be cooked in one pot, making it a great choice for a weeknight meal. The soup is also vegan-friendly; just substitute the bacon-flavored liquid smoke with a vegan-friendly alternative, such as vegetable broth. This soup is a great way to enjoy a healthy and flavorful meal that is sure to be a hit with everyone.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 carrots, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 sweet potatoes, diced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 cups vegetable broth
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15-ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons bacon-flavored liquid smoke

Preparation

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, carrots, and garlic and sauté until the vegetables are softened and lightly browned, about 7 minutes. Add the sweet potatoes, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Add the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, and black-eyed peas to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes. Add the bacon-flavored liquid smoke and stir to combine.

Remove the pot from the heat and let the soup cool for 10 minutes. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until it is smooth. Return the pot to low heat and simmer for an additional 10 minutes. Serve the soup hot, with your favorite toppings such as croutons, cheese, or sour cream.