Autumn Sweet Potato Soup

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp

extra virgin olive oil

large brown onion, peeled and diced

2 cloves

garlic, crushed

2 1/2

lbs orange sweet potatoes (yams), peeled and cubed

1 lb

zucchini, sliced

2 qt

yellow vegetable stock or chicken stock

1 tbsp

fresh thyme leaves

1 tsp

cumin

1/2 tsp

ground ginger

cayenne pepper ((or more to taste))

medium tomatoes, peeled and diced ((or 1 14 oz. can diced tomatoes))

1/2 cup

creamy peanut butter

Salt and pepper

Chopped roasted peanuts or fresh thyme leaves for garnish ((optional))