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Servings: 2
Ingredients
- So you see that is why I am pretty sure that this is a stew. A Spiced Chickpea Stew with Feta Toasts. What does Martha knowââ¬Â¦
- 3 clv garlic, peeled and minced
- 1âÂâ2 t crushed red-pepper flakes, or to taste
- 1 t coriander seeds
- 1 t kosher salt
- 1âÂâ8 t caraway seeds
- 2 cn (15 oz each) chickpeas, dreained and rinsed
- 2 c diced canned tomatoes, with juice
- 1 c jarred roasted red peppers, drained and roughly chopped
- 4 c low sodium chicken broth
- 6 sli rustic bread or baguette
- 2 ripe red tomatoes, chopped into 1/4 pieces
- 1âÂâ2 T dried oregano
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 840g | |
| Recipe makes 2 servings | |
| Calories 286 | |
| Calories from Fat 137 | 48% |
| Total Fat 15.55g | 19% |
| Saturated Fat 9.42g | 38% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 50mg | 17% |
| Sodium 2287mg | 95% |
| Potassium 1060mg | 30% |
| Total Carbs 21.68g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.5g | 12% |
| Sugars 10.18g | 7% |
| Protein 20.39g | 33% |
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