Sweet Potato and Red Lentil Bisque

Name: Sweet Potato and Red Lentil Bisque
Ingredients: 1 lb. sweet potatoes; 1 c. red lentils; 0.5 c. dried apricots; 0.25 c. chopped onion or shallots; 0.25 tsp. Thai red chili paste; 4 c. chicken or vegetable broth; 0.75 c. light coconut milk; 0.5 tsp. salt; 0.5 tsp. ground black pepper; 4 tbsp. pomegranate juice or seeds (optional)