Sweet Potato and Pear Soup

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By Todd Johnson

Story Published: Mar 28, 2008 at 1:16 PM PST

Story Updated: Mar 28, 2008 at 1:16 PM PST

Ingredients

Sweet Potato and Pear Soup - 1/8/1999

3 sliced white leeks 3 chopped shallots
1 chopped onion 1/4 cup butter
2 Tbl. minced ginger 5 white flesh sweet potatoes
3 Bosc pears Kosher salt to taste
Black pepper to taste 1/3 cup heavy cream
7 cups chicken stock

Directions

Peel and chop the sweet potatoes. Soak in water to keep them from browning. Peel and core the pears. Slice into chunks. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, shallots, leeks and ginger. Reduce heat to medium low and cook until vegetables are clear, but not brown. Strain sweet potatoes. Add potatoes and pears to pot. Add chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Cook until potatoes are soft, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the cream. Puree the soup in a blender until smooth. Optional: pour blended soup in a food mill for consistency. Season with salt and pepper. Serves 8-10.

Recipe from Scott Samuel, Brie and Bordeaux

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