Sweet Potato and Peanut Soup

Description

• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 3/4 tsp. kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp. Pepper
• 4 clove garlic
• 2 tbsp. fresh grated ginger
• 2 tsp. ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp. cayenne
• 1 1/2 lb. sweet potatoes
• 1 can crushed tomatoes (1 3/4 cups)
• 1/2 c. creamy peanut butter
• cilantro
• chopped roasted peanuts

1. STEP 1Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, season with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, covered, stirring occasionally until tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
2. STEP 2Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring for 1 minute. Stir in the cumin and cayenne and cook 1 minute more. Add the sweet potatoes and mix to combine.
3. STEP 3Add the tomatoes, peanut butter, and 4 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until the sweet potatoes are tender, 18 to 20 minutes. Serve with cilantro and peanuts, if desired.