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how about posting favorite easy recipe see who has the best

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We have theme-dinner gatherings with friends and I recently tried this soup entree as party of our Mexican Fiesta theme.  It went over quite well and I am not a gourmet cook (they are).

From Amy on the Recipe Zaar Website

Jalapeno Sweet Potato Soup

Ingredients

3 slices bacon, finely chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 2 tablespoons butter 3 cloves garlic, sliced 4 lbs sweet potato, peeled and cubed 8 cups chicken broth 1/4 cup pickled jalapeno pepper, coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons jalapeno juice 1 teaspoon comino (cumin) 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 cup cilantro leaf 1 1/2 cups milk 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

1. 1

   In a large stock pot, saute bacon and onion in butter until just tender.

2. 2

   Add garlic and cook about 2 more minutes.

3. 3

   Add sweet potatoes, chicken broth, pickled jalapeños, jalapeño juice and comino.

4. 4

   Cover and cook until potatoes are tender (approx. 20 to 30 minutes).

5. 5

   When done, add soda, cilantro and milk.

6. 6

   Coarsely mash potatoes with a potato masher.

7. 7

   Stir well and re-adjust salt and pepper.

8. 8

   Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring frequently.

9. 9

   NOTE: You may garnish with sour cream and 3 or 4 fresh jalapeños, cut in thin lengthwise strips.

The only thing I did differently was to throw everything into a crockpot (after sauteing the bacon and onions), and to mash a bit before serving.  I garnished with a dollop of sour cream and finely shredded tortilla strips. 

This would be great to come home to on a cold autumn/winter evening.  DH wants it year round, however I'm onto a Medieval Theme next...any ideas?????

kbugmom

mmmmm sounds so good