It's colder, furnaces are running and soup recipes just seem like a fall thing to do. And while most thoughts may turn to chili and chicken noodle, consider using another healthier fall favorite as the main ingredient � the sweet potato.

Think sweet potatoes are only good for a casserole smothered in marshmallows on the holiday dinner table? Think again.

Packed with dietary fiber, potassium, manganese and vitamins A, B6 and C, sweet potatoes are low in sodium, and very low in saturated fat and cholesterol. So, they are a perfect addition to a healthy, hearty meal.

In Thursday's Cook's Choice column in the Herald & Review, see what kinds of delicious soups can be created from this humble root veggie.