Peanut & Sweet Potato Soup

This recipe comes from my good friend Sarah Thomas. It's similar to the West African Peanut Stew, but with different flavorings and without the chicken. Very tasty!

1 medium onion chopped

1 large clove of minced garlic

2 medium cooked sweet potatoes (I peel them, cut them into medium size chunks & boil them until soft)

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

¾ teaspoon cumin

¾ teaspoon cinnamon

¾ teaspoon chili powder

¼ teaspoon cayenne (or to taste)

2 tablespoons ketchup

¼ c peanut butter (I use crunchy)

1 quart chicken broth

2 cans great northern beans (15.5 or 16 oz)

Salt & pepper to taste

Heat oil, add onion & garlic and cook until it wilts.  Add all other ingredients and cover and simmer for 35 minutes.  Mash to thicken.