BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND CHICKPEA STEW

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Warming ras el hanout and cinnamon flavor this hearty stew of butternut squash and chickpeas. Dried apricots add a sweet note while fresh mint, parsley and lemon provide a bright finish.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 red onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
One 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
1 1/2 teaspoons ras el hanout spice (See Cook's Note)
1 cinnamon stick, broken in half
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
1 small butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2 pounds)
One 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 5-ounce container baby spinach
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Juice of 1/2 lemon
[For Serving:] Hot cooked couscous or rice

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a medium Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Add the tomatoes with their juices, ras el hanout and cinnamon and cook until the tomato juices are thickened, about 3 minutes. Add the broth, apricots, squash and chickpeas and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until the squash is tender, about 25 minutes.
  • Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the mint, parsley and lemon juice. Remove the cinnamon stick and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper. Serve the stew over hot couscous or rice.

Khan Ahamd
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! This stew is now a regular in my dinner rotation.


Ovi Mollah
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This stew is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's also very healthy.


Karol Silva
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I made this stew in my slow cooker and it turned out great! It was so easy to make and the flavors were amazing.


Kameron Ross
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This stew was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the sweet and savory flavors.


Repon Ahmed
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Overall, I thought this stew was very good. I would definitely make it again.


Hasnat Ali
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This stew was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra salt and pepper, and it was much better.


Kashif Kamran
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I'm not a big fan of butternut squash, but I really enjoyed this stew. The chickpeas and spices added a lot of flavor.


AWUCHONGANE GIDEON
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make.


Suhag Islam
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Loved it!


Allan Freshking
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This stew was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making it again!


Rajib Imtiaz
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The stew was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. Next time I will use less chili powder.


Dilukshi Harshani
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This is a great recipe for a hearty and healthy meal. I added some extra vegetables, such as carrots and celery, and it turned out great.


Main nokar Sahaba da
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I made this stew for my family last night and they loved it! The kids especially enjoyed the sweet potatoes.


Manuel Avalos
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This stew was absolutely delicious! The butternut squash and chickpeas were cooked perfectly, and the flavors of the spices were well-balanced. I will definitely be making this again.