Sopa de Camotes a la Arequipeña

 (Peruvian-style sweet potato soup) 

An irresistible combination of sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors makes this recipe a winner.

INGREDIENTS

3 sweet potatoes, boiled, peeled, and sliced

1 cup chopped smoked ham

2 red bell peppers, stemmed, roasted, seeded, and peeled

5 cups chicken stock

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced

1/3 cup crema mexicana or sour cream

1/4 cup red bell pepper, minced (for garnish)

PREPARATION

Puree potatoes, ham, bell peppers, stock, and cilantro in food processor or blender. Pour mixture in a stockpot over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until warmed through. Ladle soup into bowls or a serving dish. Drizzle crema mexicana over soup and sprinkle with minced red bell pepper.