Sweet Potatoes and Spinach

1 to 1-1/2 T. oil
1-1/2 C. onion, chopped
1-1/2 T. allspice
1 stp. salt, divided
3-1/2 tsp. minced garlic
4 C. sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1-1/2 C. orange juice
3/4 c. prunes, fresh plums, peaches, or nectarines, sliced
1/2 lb. fresh spinach, cleaned & destemmed

Heat oil in a large pot. Add onion, allspice, and 1/2 tsp salt; saute 5 minutes over medium heat. Stir in garlic, sweet potatoes, orange juice, and remaining salt. Cover and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sweet potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes. Add the fruit and spinach, stir. Cover and cook on low heat 10 minutes more. Serve hot over rice. Yields 3-4 servings.