Moroccan Lentil Stew with Raisins

Ingredients

• olive oil
• onion
• garlic cloves
• crushed tomatoes
• lentil soup
• chickpeas
• raisins
• ground cinnamon
• ground cumin
• red pepper flakes
• greek yogurt

Preparation

1. 1heat oil in medium saucepan or dutch oven over medium heat
2. 2add onion , and saut 3 minutes , or until softened and translucent
3. 3add garlic , and cook 1 minute , or until garlic is softened , but not browned , stirring constantly
4. 4stir in tomatoes , soup , chickpeas , raisins , cinnamon , cumin , and red pepper flakes
5. 5season with salt and pepper , if desired
6. 6bring stew to a simmer over medium-high heat , stirring occasionally
7. 7reduce heat to medium-low , and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes , or until mixture is reduced and sauce has thickened , stirring often from bottom to prevent sticking
8. 8garnish each serving with one tablespoon yogurt