Sweet Potato Lentil Soup

2 tbsp oil
1 large onion sliced
1 medium scotch bonnet pepper, minced (wear gloves!)
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 lb. lentils
2 medium sweet potatoes, sliced
6 cups vegetable stock
1 tsp allspice
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped


Heat the oil in a large pan and saute the onion and garlic until soft. Add stock, sweet potato, lentils, hot pepper and allspice. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes or until potato is soft. Puree potato and lentils in a blender. Stir in the salt, pepper and cilantro serve! Great with freshly toasted, crusty bread.