1 sweet potato, peeled and cut into small cubes

1 yam, peeled and cut into small cubes

2 cloves garlic, chopped

1 bunch of kale, chopped

2 stalks of celery, chopped

1 large carrot, chopped

1 green pepper, diced

1 red pepper, diced

1 large white onion, chopped

1 cup of mushrooms, chopped

1 small zucchini, chopped

1 32 oz container of veggie broth (low sodium, if possible)

1 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes

1 16 oz can no salt added diced tomatoes

1 can of tomato paste (no salt added, if possible)

1 cup split red lentils

1 can black beans, rinsed and drained

1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

1 tsp cinnamon

¼ tsp nutmeg

1 tsp thyme

2 tsp cumin

1 tsp basil

1 tsp chili powder

1 tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp cayenne pepper