Peanut Butter Soup

Today I am bringing you a recipe for Peanut Butter Soup.  Peanut Butter soup is very nutritious and  is inspired by groundnut stew, which is a traditional African dish.  It has a smooth and velvety texture and a very unique taste when it comes to soups.  My friend actually loves this soup and has it quite regularly.  When making this soup I recommend you use a heavy bottomed pan.  When using a light pan, this soup tends to stick.  Below you will find the recipe. 


Peanut Butter Soup


Ingredients

• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1 tbsp. vegetable oil (you can use olive oil if you wish)
• 1 28-oz. can crushed tomatoes
• 1 13 3/4-oz. can chicken broth
• 4 cups water
• 2 large yams, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 2 cups cooked chicken pieces (optional)
• 1/2 cup crushed peanuts (optional)
• sour cream (optional)

Instructions

• In a large heavy bottomed pot, sauté the onions and garlic in the oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes before adding the tomatoes, chicken broth, water and yams. Cook over medium-low heat for about 25 minutes or until the yams are soft.
• Stir in the peanut butter, cayenne pepper and salt.  Mix well.   Let cool for 30 minutes.
• Puree the soup in a blender or food processor until smooth and creamy, pour it back into the pan and warm until hot. Sprinkle the soup with the cooked chicken,  crushed peanuts, or sour cream.
•  Serves 6 to 8.