Ingredients

1 1/3

cups uncooked regular long-grain white rice

2 2/3

cups water

1

tablespoon peanut or vegetable oil

1

large onion, sliced

1

medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)

1

clove garlic, finely chopped

1

cup diced acorn or butternut squash

1/4

cup raisins

1

cup vegetable broth

1

teaspoon ground turmeric

1

teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2

teaspoon ground ginger

1

can (15 to 16 oz) garbanzo beans, drained, rinsed

Preparation

Cook rice in water as directed on package.

Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add sliced onion, chopped onion and garlic; cook about 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are tender. Stir in remaining ingredients except garbanzo beans.

Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until squash is tender. Stir in beans; heat thoroughly. Serve over rice.