African Vegetarian Stew

Ingredients

 * 4 sm Kohlrabies, peeled and cut into chunks
 * 1/2 c Couscous -or- Bulgar Wheat
 * 1 lg Onion, chopped
 * 1/4 c Raisins, dark or golden
 * 2 Sweet Potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
 * 1 ts Ground Coriander
 * 1/2 ts Ground Cinnamon
 * 1/2 ts Ground ginger
 * 1/2 ts Ground Turmeric
 * 1/4 ts Ground cumin
 * 2 Zucchini, sliced thick
 * 5 Tomatoes, fresh -or- 16 oz Can Tomatoes
 * 15 oz Can Garbanzo beans (chick peas with liquid)
 * 3 c Water

Directions

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

Note:
 * 1) Serve the couscous separately, if desired.
 * 2) Parsnips may be substituted for the kohlrabi.