====== North African Bean Stew with Barley ======
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===== Ingredients =====
  *    ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil, more for serving
  *     2 leeks, white and green parts, diced
  *     1 bunch cilantro, leaves and stems separated
  *     1 cup finely diced fennel, fronds reserved (1/2 large fennel bulb)
  *     3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  *     2 ½ tablespoons baharat (see note)
  *     ½ cinnamon stick
  *     2 tablespoons tomato paste
  *     2 quarts chicken or vegetable broth
  *     ½ cup pearled barley
  *     2 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, more as needed
  *     Large pinch saffron, crumbled (optional)
  *     4 cups cooked beans or chickpeas
  *     2 cups peeled and diced butternut squash (1 small squash)
  *     ¾ cup peeled and diced turnip (1 medium)
  *     ½ cup red lentils
  *     Plain yogurt, for serving
  *     Aleppo pepper or hot paprika, for serving
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===== Info =====
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  * [[https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1017916-north-african-bean-stew-with-barley-and-winter-squash?action=click&module=Global%20Search%20Recipe%20Card&pgType=search&rank=14|Source]]


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===== Directions =====
  - In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil and cook leeks until they begin to brown, 10 to 12 minutes.
  - Finely chop cilantro stems. Stir into pot, along with diced fennel and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes. Stir in baharat, cinnamon and tomato paste, and cook until paste begins to caramelize, about 2 minutes.
  - Stir in broth, 3 cups water, the barley and the salt. Bring to a gentle boil, stir in saffron, if using, and reduce heat to medium. Simmer uncovered for 40 minutes. Stir in beans, squash, turnip and lentils; cook until barley is tender, about another 20 to 30 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings, if desired. Remove cinnamon stick.
  - Ladle stew into bowls. Spoon a dollop of yogurt on top and drizzle with olive oil. Garnish with cilantro leaves, fennel fronds and Aleppo pepper or paprika.

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