Caribbean Sweet Potato Bean Stew

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Caribbean Sweet Potato & Bean Stew
Cook Time: 5 to 6 hours
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Yield: Makes 4 servings
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Ingredients:
2
medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

2
cups frozen cut green beans

1
can (about 15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained

1
can (about 14 ounces) vegetable broth

1
small onion, sliced

2
teaspoons Caribbean jerk seasoning

1/2
teaspoon dried thyme

1/4
teaspoon salt

1/4
teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/3
cup slivered almonds, toasted*

Hot pepper sauce (optional)



Preparation:
1.
Combine sweet potatoes, beans, broth, onion, jerk seasoning, thyme, salt and cinnamon in slow cooker. Cover; cook on LOW 5 to 6 hours or until vegetables are tender.

2.
Adjust seasonings and serve with almonds and hot pepper sauce, if desired.





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