Lunch: Moroccan Vegetarian Stew Recipe

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Cinnamon

Health and fertility benefits of Moroccan Vegetarian Stew Recipe

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Ingredients

1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups water
1 small butternut squash, peeled and cubed
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 medium carrots, sliced
3 plum tomatoes, chopped
2 small zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained

Instructions

In a Dutch oven, saute onion in oil until tender. Add spices and salt; cook 1 minute longer.
Stir in the water, squash, potatoes, carrots and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes and squash are almost tender.
Add zucchini and garbanzo beans; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-8 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Freeze option: Prepare soup as directed, reserving potatoes for later. Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Transfer soup to a Dutch oven. Add potatoes; simmer until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.

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