Suzannes Vegetarian Gypsy Stew
(Based on Moosewoods Gypsy Soup)
Serves 6
Ingredients
3 Tablespoon Olive Oil
2 cups chopped onions
4 cloves of crushed garlic
1 cup chopped celery
3 cups peeled/cubed sweet potatoes or winter squash
2 Tablespoons tamari (or soy sauce)
1 Tablespoon tumeric
1 Tablespoon basil
2 teaspoons paprika
1 bay leaf
Dash of cinnamon
Dash of cayenne
2 cups chopped fresh (or canned) tomoatoes
1 cup chopped sweet peppers
2 cups cooked chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
3 cups stock or water
Process
1. Sauté onions, garlic, sweet potatoes/winter squash and celery in olive oil for 5 to 10 minutes.
2. Add seasonings and the stock/water. Simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes.
3. Add remaining vegetables. Simmer another 10-15 minutes, until all of the veggies are tender to your liking.