Indian Spiced Sweet Potato Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small yellow onion, chopped
1 lb sweet potato, cubed
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
2 cups low sodium vegetable broth, plus
1/2 cup low sodium vegetable broth
1 (13 1/2 ounce) can coconut milk
1 (15 ounce) can low-sodium chickpeas
3 cups baby spinach leaves, packed

Preparation

In a large soup pot, heat oil and saute onion, potatoes, and garlic until onion is just tender, about 3 minute Add spices and cook stirring for 30 seconds. Add 2 cups broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 15-20 minuts, until potatoes are tender.
Add coconut milk and stir to mix. Transfer about half the soup to a food processor and process until smooth. Return to pot and add additional 1/2 cup broth if needed to thin. Stir in chickpeas and spinach and cook for 2 minute more, until spinach is just wilted. Season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.
Add more beans and spinach for a heartier texture. Round out the meal with warm pita bread, chutney, and cucumbers and shredded carrots topped with plain yogurt.