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Makes 10 servings. Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 medium carrots, peeled and thinly sliced 1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-sized chunks (about 4 cups) 1 1 ⁄ 2 cups unsalted roasted peanuts 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes in juice 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste 2 cans (4 ounces each) dicedmild green chiles with liquid 4 to 6 tablespoons chili powder, to taste 1 tablespoon ground cumin, to taste 1 tablespoon sugar Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste 2800 E. Rock Haven Road Harrisonville, MO 64701 816-380-3474 DATE: 9/30/2014 Standard CLIENT: Cass Regional Medical Center U.S. Postage PAID CCI JOB NO.: CMM30770 Cass Regional Medical Center COPY IN: 9/25/2014 Sweet potato chili with peanuts Nutrition information Serving size: 1 ⁄ 10 of recipe. Amount per serving: 385 calories, 15g total fat (2g saturated fat), 55g carbohydrates, 11g protein, 8g dietary fiber, 409mg sodium. Source: American Institute for Cancer Research Directions In a large, heavy pot, heat the canola oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots and bell peppers and sauté, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes, until vegetables are golden. Add the garlic and sauté, stirring constantly, for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Stir in the sweet potatoes, peanuts, tomatoes and juice, tomato paste, chiles and their liquid, chili powder, cumin, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low immediately and simmer gently, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 25 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are just tender. Halfway through the cooking process, adjust the seasonings, adding more chili powder and cumin, if desired. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve. Help for your hurting hip PAGE 4 Surgery may be your best option for chronic pain.