Vegetarian Sweet Potato Stew

Try this flavorful stew ladled over warm squares of fresh baked corn bread for a satisfying meal.

Recipe Ingredients:

4 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 small onions, diced
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
4 cups water
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
3 cups diced peeled sweet potatoes
2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
1/2 cup tomato sauce
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin

Cooking Directions:

1. Heat oil in large saucepan. Add onions and garlic; cook until lightly browned. Add bell peppers; cook for 5 minutes. Stir in water, tomatoes, sweet potatoes, beans, chiles, sauce, chili powder and cumin.
2. Cook over medium heat for 20 to 25 minutes or until thickened and potatoes are cooked through. Season with salt and ground black pepper.

Makes 6 servings.