Black Bean And Sweet Potato Chili

Simple and filling, this chili is better the second day and favorite in all seasons.

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Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon olive oil

• 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced

• 1 large large onion, diced

• 1 15 oz. diced tomatoes with juice

• 1 15 oz. cans black beans, rinsed

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 3 cloves of garlic minced

• 2 Tablespoons chili powder

• 4 tsp cumin

• 2 Tablespoons lime juice

• 1 1/2 cups water

• 1/4 tsp salt

• fresh jalapenos

• fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven saute’ the onions, peppers, and sweet potatoes over medium heat, stirring frequently, until onions start to soften - about 4 minutes.

2. Add in garlic, cumin, chili powder and salt. Stir continuously for 30 seconds.

3. Add water and bring to a low simmer. Reduce heat and simmer, covered until the potatoes are tender, about 12 minutes.

4. Add in beans, tomatoes and lime juice. Simmer for another 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning.

5. Serve with fresh cilantro and jalapenos.

Recipe Notes

This recipe overall nourishes the Earth element and its organs. The beans are fiber and protein rich, anchoring and grounding.

Primary season: All