Creamy Sweet Potato Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Directions:

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add diced sweet potatoes, ground cumin, and smoked paprika; stir to combine.
4. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until sweet potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
5. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer to a blender in batches.
6. Stir in coconut milk and season with salt and pepper. Heat through for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.