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Sweet Potato and Beef Chili

Published October 16, 2015
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Sweet Potato and Beef Chili
Published October 16, 2015
3 minute read
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This autumn put a seasonal twist on your traditional beef chili by tossing in some hearty chunks of sweet potato. Cook Smarts’ recipe for sweet potato and beef chili is a great foundation to getting your daily dose of fiber, protein and important vitamins A and C. It makes for a great Friday family meal or makeshift hand-warmer on those chilly autumn nights.

Sweet Potato and Beef Chili

Ingredients

  • 1 pound 95% lean Ground Beef
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 medium Red Onion (approx. 2.5″ diameter), diced
  • 1-1/4 pounds Sweet Potato, peeled and cubed
  • 2 teaspoons Coriander
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons Cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 tablespoon cooking Oil
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) Dice Tomatoes, drained
  • 2-1/4 cups fat free, low sodium Chicken Stock
  • 2 medium avocados, cubed
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 Lime, juiced
  • Optional Garnishes: hot sauce, sour cream, tortilla chips

Directions

Season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Create a spice mixture by tossing coriander, cumin, paprika, and chili powder together. Set these aside.

Heat a Dutch oven (bigger than 5 quarts) over medium-high heat. Add oil and then garlic to heated oil. Once you can smell the garlic, add onions with a generous dash of salt. Saute until softened, ~3 minutes.

Next add in ground beef with half the spice mixture and diced tomatoes. Brown and break up with a wooden spoon, 3 to 5 minutes. If there is a lot of grease, drain from the pot.

Add in sweet potatoes, chicken stock, and remainder of spices. Cover and bring to a boil. Lower heat to a simmer and cook covered for another 15 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are softened.

While soup is cooking, cube avocados and chop cilantro. Turn off heat and add in a squeeze of lime juice.Season to taste with salt and pepper. Top with avocado and cilantro when serving.

Nutrition Information

Serves:  4 |  Serving Size: 2 cups

Per serving: Calories: 467; Total Fat: 22g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 13g; Cholesterol: 80mg; Sodium: 913mg; Carbohydrate: 45g; Dietary Fiber: 12g; Sugar: 12g; Protein 36g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 1300mg; Iron: 9%; Vitamin A: 105%; Vitamin C: 12%; Calcium: 5% 

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The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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