Add the spice ingredients in a bowl. Mix Well. Set aside.
Add the red onion and red bell pepper in a Dutch Oven.
Saute on medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes.
Add the minced garlic.
Continue on medium heat for 30 seconds. Continue on medium-high heat and saute for 1-2 minutes. Add the mixed spice ingredients, sauteing for 30 seconds. This will release the fragrance.
Slowly add the broth and water. Stir to mix. Add the diced tomatoes and tamari. Bring it to a boil. Stir well. Immediately lower the heat to a low simmering boil.
Stir in the cubed sweet potatoes, sausage, and the first can of the butter beans. Continue to simmer for 18 minutes. Add the parsley and miso. Stir to combine. Add the last can of butter beans. Stir well. Continue to simmer. Check to see if the sweet potatoes are tender. Taste Remove the bay leaf.
Garnish each bowl of stew with parsley before serving