Heart Healthy Beef and Sweet Potato Stew

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 1/2 lbs beef sirloin tip roast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups chopped onion
• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 cans (14.5 oz each) peeled whole tomatoes, undrained
• 4 cups beef broth (gluten free if needed)
• 3 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
• 2 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
• 3 Tbsp strong brewed coffee
• 1 Tbsp minced fresh thyme
• 2 Tbsp minced fresh parsley