Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 medium sweet potato, diced

• 1 white onion, diced

• 1 28 oz can black beans, washed and drained

• 1 28 oz can tomato sauce (I like to use the no salt added one!)

• 1 cup water

• 2 tbsp chili powder

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 2 tsp minced garlic

• 1 dash cayenne pepper

• 1 pinch ground cinnamon

• * optional toppings: crackers, shredded cheese, or my favorite - sliced avocado!

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Once heated, add sweet potatoes and sautéed for 7-8 minutes stirring occasionally.

2. Next, add onion and garlic to pot. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes. Add all spices.

3. Add black beans, tomato sauce, and water to pot, and allow to simmer for about 25 minutes.

4. Serve with crackers, shredded cheese, or my favorite - sliced avocado! Enjoy!!