Ingredients:
Makes 8 servings
1 (40-ounce) can sweet potatoes, drained and rinsed, or 2 2/3 cups cooked, mashed fresh sweet potatoes
4 cups beef broth
1 cup apple juice
1 apple, unpeeled, cored and quartered
3 tablespoons chopped sweet onion
1 clove garlic, peeled and sliced
4 bay leaves
3 sprigs fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:
Combine all ingredients in large saucepan and simmer over medium heat for 15-20 minutes. Remove bay leaves and thyme sprigs.
Transfer mixture to a blender and puree. Season with salt and pepper. Adjust consistency with additional beef broth, if necessary. Serve with sandwiches.
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