Sweet Potato and Bacon Soup

I just LOVE soup - unfortunately I am the only one in this house who appreciates a big steaming bowl of this winter wonder! It freezes really well too, you know, if you actually have any left!

Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

3 Sweet Potatoes, cubed

1 Red onion

2 cloves garlic

1/2 tsp mild chili powder

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

4 bacon rashers

800ml chicken stock

salt and pepper

Method 

1. Chop bacon and fry in a deep bottom saucepan until crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside. 

2. Using the oil in the pan, saute the onions until soft. Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Add the chilli powder and paprika and mix in.

3. Add sweet potato and chicken stock. Bring to the boil and reduce the heat.

4. Simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are soft. Add 3/4 of your bacon and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

5. Serve yourself a generous helping and top with some crispy bacon.