Sausage & Sweet Potato Chili

Chili gets a makeover with Italian sausage, Crushed and Diced Tomatoes, black beans and sweet potatoes. The sweetness of the potato balances the spice in the sausage perfectly! All cooked in your slow cooker, just fifteen minutes of prep in the morning results in a tasty dinner after a long, busy day!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 hr
• Total Time: 5 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 358 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 pound Italian sausage
• 3 cups beef broth
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1 (28 ounce) can RED GOLD® Crushed Tomatoes
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can RED GOLD® Diced Tomatoes
• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes or until sausage is thoroughly cooked; drain off excess fat.

Step 2

Spray a 5 to 6 quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Add sausage and remaining ingredients except cheese.

Step 3

Cover and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours. Stir chili well before serving. Top each serving with cheese.