Sweet Potato Velouté

I can provide you with a basic recipe for sweet potato velouté with an Italian twist. Here’s how to prepare it:

Ingredients

• 500 g of sweet potatoes
• 1 medium onion
• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• 1 liter of vegetable broth
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Nutmeg (optional)
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Preparation

1. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into uniformly sized cubes.
2. Finely chop the onion. Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large pot and sauté the onion until it becomes translucent.
3. Add the sweet potato cubes to the pot and let them flavor for a few minutes.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth until the potatoes are completely covered. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and let simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 20-30 minutes.
5. Using an immersion blender, purée everything directly in the pot until smooth and velvety.
6. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, and if desired, add a sprinkle of nutmeg.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and, if you like, a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.

The sweet potato velouté is a comforting and nutritious dish, great especially on cold days. Nutmeg and Parmesan are optional but can add a distinctive note to the dish. Enjoy your meal!