Sweet Potato Chowder

This sweet potato chowder is a hug in a bowl! Made with lots of greens and crunchy pancetta and pepitas for topping, it's a perfect weeknight meal.

SWEET POTATO CHOWDER

INGREDIENTS

4 ounces pancetta, diced

1 tablespoon unsalted butter

1 sweet onion, diced

3 garlic cloves, minced

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon pepper

¼ teaspoon ground sage

¼ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg

½ cup chopped carrots

3 cups chopped sweet potato, about 1 inch in size

5 cups reduced-sodium chicken stock

⅓ cup cream, half and half or coconut cream/milk

2 cups chopped tuscan kale

3 tablespoons roasted salted pepitas, for topping

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Heat a large pot over medium-low heat and add the pancetta. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the fat is rendered and the pancetta is crisp, about 6 to 8 minutes. Remove the pancetta with a slotted spoon and place it on a paper towel lined plate to remove any excess grease.

2. Keep the pot on medium low heat and add the butter. Stir in the onion, garlic, salt, pepper and sage. Stir in the fresh nutmeg. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the carrots and sweet potato, tossing everything to combine.

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