Bourbon Sweet Potato Soup Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

This Bourbon Sweet Potato Soup Recipe combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the rich depth of bourbon, creating a unique and comforting dish. It’s perfect for chilly evenings and offers a delightful twist on traditional soup recipes.

The preparation is simple and allows for customization with spices or toppings to enhance the flavor. This soup is sure to impress your family and friends.

Delicious Bourbon Sweet Potato Soup

This soup features creamy sweet potatoes blended with bourbon and spices, resulting in a warm and flavorful dish. The recipe takes about 45 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1/2 cup bourbon
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
Chopped chives or parsley for garnish

Instructions

Prep the Ingredients: Peel and dice the sweet potatoes, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant and translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Add the diced sweet potatoes, broth, bourbon, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer it in batches to a blender. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped chives or parsley. Enjoy hot.