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Sweet Potato Stew With Orange Juice and Black Beans
 
1 medium yellow onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon honey
salt to taste
2 large sweet potatoes, (about 2 pounds) peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
2 teaspoons butter, softened
2 teaspoons flour
15 ounces black beans, canned, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup almond slivers (optional), toasted

Put onions, chili powder, orange juice, water, honey, salt and
sweet potatoes in a large, microwave-safe bowl.  Cover and microwave
on high power, stirring once, about 20 minutes or until potatoes
are done but still hold their shape.  Add beans.  Blend butter and
flour and add to the mixture.  Microwave on high p ower 5 minutes
or until beans are heated through and stew has thickened slightly.
Sprinkle with almonds, if desired.

Printable version: sweet-potato-stew.txt.