Sweet Potato Vegetarian Chili

Sweet and Spicy Vegetarian Chili

I LOVE Chili. Seriously. It might sound crazy, but when I am not feeling well, I develop a deep craving for a hearty bowl of chili; one that satisfies my need for nourishing food, and my craving for the sweet and slightly spicy. This chili is perfect for just that! It's chuck full of healthy vegetables that satisfy the body's need for antioxidants and vitamins, and I LOVE the combination of flavors, especially with the sweet potatoes! Serve with a little salsa and sour cream (or better yet, Greek yogurt!), and you have the perfect meal to warm you on a cold Winter's day.

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1 can Diced tomatoes

2 Tbsp.Tomato Paste (optional)

2 c.  (or more) Beef broth

1 can (or 1 ½ c. soaked, cooked) black beans

1 can (or 1 ½ c. soaked, cooked) pinto beans

2  Sweet potatoes, previously roasted and diced, or peeled and diced

2 Carrots, diced

2 Celery stalks, diced

1 Red pepper, seeded and diced

1 Onion, skinned and diced

1 Tbsp. Chili Powder

1 tsp. Cumin powder

2 tsp. Garlic Powder

1 tsp. Salt

½ tsp. Cinnamon

1 tbsp. Coconut or Olive Oil

1 Tbsp. Honey

Juice of ½ Lime

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On medium heat, add oil to a deep pot. Add diced onion, and saute until it begins to sofften. Add spices and continually mix for about 30 seconds. Add remaining vegetables, and cover, sauteeing until sweet potatoes begin to soften, about 10 minutes. If liquid is needed during this time, add ¼ cup of beef broth, and cover again. When vegetables have softened, add tomatoes, beans and broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer for another 10 minutes or until everything has been combined and vegetables and beans are soft. Add tomato paste if thickness is desired.  Remove from heat.  Stir in honey and lime juice, and add salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!

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High Protein Creamy Alfredo Sauce

A similar recipe was shared with me years ago when we were living in North Carolina and my husband Sam was in graduate school. I was just learning the ropes of nutrition, and the importance of balance and natural ingredients. I have modified this recipe to improve it's ability to nourish the body, AND please the palette!

Yield: 8 ServingsAuthor: Amy Carter

High Protein Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce

prep time: 5 MINScook time: 15 MINStotal time: 20 mins

A delicious, healthy alternative to the traditional Alfredo Sauce. Use with traditional or vegetable noodles, or as a dipping sauce for breads and meats!

ingredients:

2 C. (about 1 can White beans, soaked and cooked til softened, (can use canned)

1/2 C.  Greek Yogurt

 1/2 C.  Parmesan Cheese

4 oz.  Cream Cheese

1 C. Cottage cheese

2 tsp.  Garlic powder or 2 cloves minced garlic

1 tsp. Onion powder

1 tsp. natural sea salt

1 Tbsp. Olive or Coconut Oil

1 Tbsp. Butter, unsalted

1 tsp. italian herbs seasoning

1 C.  Coconut or dairy milk, divided

instructions:

Add oil to a deep skillet and allow to warm over medium heat. Meanwhile, add cheeses. Stirring constantly so cheese does not burn, Add garlic, herbs and salt, and simmer for about 30 seconds after all cheese is melted. Add beans and 1/2 C. milk. Blend well in a blender or with an immersion blender, until beans are smooth, and all ingredients are incorporated.  Add butter, then add up to 1/2 cup more milk, depending on desired consistency. When all cheese is melted and liquid is fully incorporated, add greek yogurt and remove from heat. Stir until ingredients are incorporated. Pour over pasta, or serve separately. Enjoy!

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