Ingredients
1
tablespoon olive oil
1
large onion, sliced
2
cloves garlic, sliced
1
tablespoon finely chopped gingerroot
1
teaspoon curry powder
3/4
teaspoon ground cumin
1/2
teaspoon salt
1/4
teaspoon ground cinnamon
4
cups water
1 1/4
lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
3
large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2
cup chopped fresh cilantro
Preparation
In large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until onions are tender.
Add gingerroot, curry powder, cumin, salt and cinnamon. Cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Add water, sweet potatoes and apples. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 20 minutes, stirring frequently, or until sweet potatoes are very tender.
In blender or food processor, place one-third to one-half of mixture at a time. Cover; blend until smooth. Repeat with remaining soup. Reheat if necessary. Stir in cilantro.