""The extra step of roasting the sweet potatoes really concentrates the sweet, earthy flavors and gives the starchy chunks a marvelously meaty texture."..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 pounds orange-fleshed sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
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1/2 teaspoon ground dried chipotle pepper
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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1 onion, diced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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1 jalapeno pepper, sliced
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2 tablespoons ancho chile powder, or to taste
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1 tablespoon ground cumin
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1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
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1 cup water, or more as needed
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1 tablespoon cornmeal
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1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
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1 teaspoon white sugar
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1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
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2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
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1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
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1/2 cup sour cream, for garnish (optional)
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1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)