Kumara And Bacon Soup​

This delicious Kumara and Bacon Soup is a quick and nutritious meal that’s perfect for chilly days. With its creamy texture and savory flavor, it’s easy to make using common ingredients. You can enjoy it as a hearty lunch or dinner, and it’s even better with crispy bacon on top!

Ingredients Needed

• 6 large Pams Kumara (Sweet Potatoes), roughly chopped into 2 cm (3/4 inch) pieces
• 1 brown onion, roughly chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
• 1 x 250 g (8.8 oz) packet Pams Streaky Bacon, roughly chopped
• 2 liters (8 cups) of Pams Chicken Stock, or enough to cover kumara

How To Make Kumara And Bacon Soup​

1. Sauté Ingredients: Heat a large saucepan over medium heat. Pan-fry the onion and bacon in olive oil until the bacon changes color.
2. Add Kumara and Garlic: Add the garlic and kumara to the saucepan and stir.
3. Add Stock: Fill the saucepan with chicken stock, ensuring the kumara is covered.
4. Cook: Cover the saucepan and cook for 25 minutes, or until the kumara is soft and tender.
5. Blend: Use a stick blender to puree the soup until smooth.
6. Season: Taste and season with salt and pepper to your preference.

Recipe Tips

• Choose Fresh Kumara: Use fresh, firm kumara for the best flavor and texture. Avoid any that are soft or have blemishes.
• Adjust Consistency: If you prefer a thinner soup, add more stock after blending until you reach your desired consistency.
• Enhance Flavor: For extra depth, sauté the garlic for a minute before adding the kumara. This will bring out its natural sweetness.
• Experiment with Spices: Add a pinch of cumin or smoked paprika for a unique twist on flavor. These spices complement the kumara beautifully.

How To Store And Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: First, let the leftover Kumara and Bacon Soup cool until it reaches room temperature. Then, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: If you want to freeze the soup, allow it to cool completely, then pour it into a freezer-safe container. Seal tightly and freeze for up to 1 month. To thaw, move the container to the fridge for several hours or overnight before reheating.
• Reheat: Pour the soup into a saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally and heat for about 5-10 minutes or until it’s hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300 grams)

• Calories: 340
• Total Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Sodium: 780mg
• Potassium: 800mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 40g
• Dietary Fiber: 6g
• Sugars: 4g
• Protein: 10g

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