Moroccan-Style Squash Stew

• HEALTHY
• MAKE-AHEAD

Ingredients

1. One 1 1/2-pound winter squash—peeled, seeded and diced
2. 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3. 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
4. 1 teaspoon ground coriander
5. 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
6. 3 medium onions, finely chopped
7. 3 garlic cloves, minced
8. 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
9. One 14-ounce can Italian peeled tomatoes, drained and chopped
10. 1 carrot, finely chopped
11. 1 parsnip, finely chopped
12. 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
13. 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
14. Kosher salt
15. 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, drained
16. 1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
17. 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1. Preheat the oven to 350°. On a large baking sheet, toss the squash with 2 tablespoons of the oil and roast for 15 minutes. In a large saucepan, toast the cumin, coriander and paprika over moderate heat, stirring, for 2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl to cool.
2. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in the pan. Add the onions and garlic and cook over moderate heat for 10 minutes. Add the squash, broth, tomatoes, carrot, parsnip, cayenne, cinnamon and toasted spices. Season with salt and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes. Uncover, add the chickpeas and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in the cilantro and lemon juice and serve.