Vegetarian Garbanzo Stew

• 1/2 c. water
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 - 16 oz. can tomatoes, chopped
• 1/2 tsp. paprika
• 1/2 tsp. oregano
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• Hot pepper sauce
• 1 - 16 oz. can garbanzo beans, drained & rinsed
• 1 c. winter squash, peeled & diced
• 1 1/4 c. spicy tomato juice
• 2 c. fresh spinach, chopped

Place the water, onion and garlic in a large pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened slightly, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes (including tomato liquid) and seasonings. Cook for 5 more minutes. Add garbanzo beans, squash and tomato juice. Cover and cook for 30 minutes, until squash is tender. Stir in spinach and cook until softened, about 2 to 3 minutes.

• Yields: 4 servings
• Preparation Time: 45 minutes