Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 ½ cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
• 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes (including liquid)
• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 oz) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 Tablespoon soy sauce

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in large pot, over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Add bell pepper, garlic, sweet potato and the seasonings (salt through cocoa powder). Cook, stirring, for a few minutes.
3. Add vegetable broth, diced tomatoes (including liquid), black and kidney beans, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook for approximately 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
4. Optional: Top each serving with a dollop of sour cream and chopped avocado.