Barley and Sweet Potato Chili

• olive oil↗1 tablespoon
• onions, diced↗2
• garlic cloves↗2
• cumin↗1 tablespoon
• oregano↗1 teaspoon
• salt↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• pepper↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• barley↗1⁄2 cup
• tomato with juice↗
• broth1 cup
• medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced↗2
• (14 ounce) can kidney beans or (14 ounce) can black beans, rinsed↗1
• chili powder↗1 tablespoon
• lime juice↗2 tablespoons

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Heat oil. Add onions and sautee for 3 minutes.

2. 2

   Add garlic and spices, sautee for 1 minute.

3. 3

   Add barley, stir well.

4. 4

   Add tomatoes, broth, sweet potatoes and beans.

5. 5

   Cook in slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.

6. 6

   Or on stove top, simmer until sweat potatoes are cooked, 20-30 minutes.

7. 7

   Dissolve chili powder in lime juice. Mix into chili.