The Verdict: Sweet Potato Chili- Courtesy of Cathy Barker (originally posted February 3, 2014)

I’ve been excited to make Cathy’s Sweet Potato Chili since she gave me the recipe (original post here: http://talesofareluctantcook.blogspot.com/2014/08/in-response-to-my-complaints-about.html). I got all the ingredients in my most recent grocery shop, except for one (the chipotle chili), which I special ordered from Amazon just so I could try this recipe out.

Then last night I gathered all the ingredients together only to realize that my chipotle chili was missing! I searched high and low and even enlisted Mr. Pickypants in the search. We searched everywhere we could think of for a full 45 minutes, and after I went to bed, Mr. Picky even searched some more. But, to no avail.

Luckily, Cathy is a generous spirit, has a well-stocked spice cabinet, and sees me late Monday mornings at our favorite exercise class, so when I sent her a desperate-sounding message asking for some chipotle chili, she was happy to oblige and provided me with some so that I could make the meal today, as planned. Phew! So grateful for kind friends.

Now, a few hours later, I am even more grateful for her kindness as I am enjoying the fruits of my labors. I found the chili to be interesting, healthy, satisfying, and easy (even if Mr. Pickypants didn’t jump up and down for it quite like I did). Furthermore, I am quite certain that after the chili sits another day and the flavors have more time to meld, I’ll like it even more (and so will Mr. Pickypants). To my blog readers, if you’re looking to add an interesting and easy recipe to your stock, I’d recommend trying this one out! Thanks again, Cathy!