AFRICAN VEGETARIAN STEW

4 small kohlrabies, peeled and cut into chunks*
2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
5 fresh tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped or 1 (16 ounce) can tomatoes
1 large onion, chopped
2 zucchini, sliced thick
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chick-peas) with liquid
1/2 cup couscous or bulgur wheat**
1/4 cup dark or golden raisins
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
3 cups water

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

*Parsnips may be substituted for the kohlrabi.
**Cook and serve the couscous separately, if desired.

Servings: 8
Source: Frank Skelly