Sweet Potato and Kale Soup

Method

• step 1

  In a large saucepan warm the olive oil over medium heat. SautÃÂé onion, shallot, carrots and celery until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

• step 2

  Add sweet potatoes, bay leaf, thyme, and enough water to cover by 1 inch.

• step 3

  Bring soup to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are very tender, about 30 minutes.

• step 4

  Discard bay leaf and thyme branches and puree the soup with a vertical blender. Add sea salt and kale, cover, and cook an additional 10 minutes.