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Black Bean Sweet Potato Skillet

Black Bean Sweet Potato Skillet

1 medium onion, chopped
1 Tb olive oil
2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and finely chopped
1 can (14 oz) vegetable broth
1 tsp minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1 1/4 cups uncooked couscous

In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender.  Add beans, sweet potatoes, broth, chipotle, pepper, and cinnamon.  Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 25 minutes.  Uncover and simmer 5-10 minutes longer, or until potatoes are very tender and mixture is thickened, stirring occasionally.  Meanwhile, cook couscous according to package directions.  Serve with black bean mixture over the top.  Serves 4-6.