African Vegetarian Stew

• 3 c. water
• 4 1/2 T. ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp. ground turmeric
• 1 tsp. ground coriander
• 1/4 c. raisins
• 1/2 c. couscous or bulgur wheat
• 15 oz. can garbanzo beans & liquid
• 5 fresh tomatoes (or 1- 16 oz. can diced tomatoes)
• 2 zucchini, sliced thick
• 2 sweet potatoes, peeled & chunked
• 4 small kohlrabi (or parsnips), peeled & chunked
• 1 large onion, chopped

Combine all of the ingredients in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes. Serve the couscous separately, if desired.

• Yields: 6 servings
• Preparation Time: Less than an hour