Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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4         Tablespoons   butter
3         medium        sweet potatoes, cut into big pieces
1         medium        onion, cut into big pieces
1         medium        sweet red pepper
4         cups          water
1/4       cup           brandy (optional)
2         cloves        garlic cloves, minced
                        Freshly ground black pepper
2         cups          chicken broth
1         Teaspoon      salt
1         Teaspoon      sweet paprika

Preparation:

In a skillet, melt the butter and add the first 3 ingredients. Add the rest, cook for 20 minutes (until soft), and mash it in a blender or food processor.