Calypso Beef Soup

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 pounds Ground Beef (93% or leaner)
• 1 cup diced peeled sweet potato
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups water or beef broth
• 1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed, drained
• 1 can (13-1/2 ounces) light unsweetened coconut milk
• 2 cups packed fresh baby spinach leaves
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
• Salt and ground black pepper