• In large pot, pour in oil and allow to heat. When hot, add in minced ginger, garlic, and leeks. Reduce heat to medium and allow ingredients to turn golden brown—making sure to salt and pepper to taste.
• When cooked, add in broth and bring to a simmer. Add in sweet potatoes and carrots and additional salt and pepper to taste—its best to season as you go!
• Simmer for about 10 minutes. Add turmeric, celery, and chicken. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes, allowing celery to soften slightly.
• Add in pasta—I used black bean, but any kind works—and allow soup to come to a boil in order to cook pasta. Reduce heat when pasta is al dente. Taste frequently to gage if more salt and pepper are necessary.
• Serve with chopped cilantro and shredded cheese. Serve hot with your favorite sour dough bread!

How to make in the Smart Skillet:

• Select the sear/saute mode on the Smart Skillet, setting the temperature to 400°F. Add the oil and allow to heat. When hot, add in minced ginger, garlic, and leeks and allow ingredients to turn golden brown - making sure to add salt and pepper to taste.
• When cooked, add in broth and bring to a boil with lid on. Turn the Smart Skillet down to 350°F and add in sweet potatoes and carrots with additional salt and pepper to taste - its best to season as you go!
• Simmer 10 minutes (with lid on) and add in the turmeric, celery, and chicken.Add the pasta and continue to cook until the pasta is al dente. Serve garnished with chopped cilantro and shredded cheese.