"This hearty stew gets subtle nutty flavor from almond butter stirred in at the end. Peanut butter works well, too. The use of sweet potatoes and nut butter lends the stew African flavor. Serve over couscous or hot cooked rice...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 teaspoon olive oil
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Cooking spray
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2 cups chopped onion
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2 tablespoons grated peeled fresh ginger
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1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
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1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1/2 cup water
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2 1/4 cups (1-inch) cubed peeled sweet potato
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1 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
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1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped
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1 (15 1/2-ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
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1/4 cup golden raisins
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1 tablespoon almond butter or peanut butter