Beef and Sweet Potato Chocolate Chili

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and saute for 5-8 minutes, or until softened. Mix in garlic powder and cook, stirring for 1-2 more minutes. Add in cumin and oregano and cook for 30 seconds.

Pour in 1/4 cup broth. Add in chopped sweet potato and cinnamon and saute, covered, for 5 minutes. Add in cooked hamburger meat. Stir in chili powder, then add chopped chocolate, carrots, tomatoes, sauce, and another 1/2 cup broth.

Place lid on the pot and cook for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring often as to help the mixture absorb the liquid. Add in chickpeas and pour in remaining broth. Cook for 10-15 minutes. Once done, remove from heat and season with salt, if desired. Serve warm.

Adapted from a Vegetarian Chocolate Chili recipe by Diana De Cicco.