Delicious.

The Great Dane pub is a local favorite here in Madison. Every time I go, I tell myself I won't, but I get the same dish - it's called the Inner Warmth Peanut Stew. It's amazing. And every time, Paul says to me, "we gotta figure out how to make this at home." Today, my friends, I came very close. This amazingly easy crock-pot stew is a little bit of heaven. Enjoy. We certainly did and we will again. (And again and again!)

Spicy African Peanut Slow Cooker Soup

from Peas and Thank You

• 1 14 ounce can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 sweet potato, cubed (I used 2)
• 1 1/2 tsp. curry powder
• 3/4 tsp. garam masala
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1 tbsp. minced ginger
• 2 tsp. minced garlic
• sweetener to taste (sugar or stevia, although I actually didn't use any)
• dash of cinnamon
• 1 14 ounce can of fire-roasted tomatoes, in juice
• 1 14 ounce can light coconut milk
• 2 cups vegetable stock
• 2 tbsp. natural peanut butter
• 1/2 cup red lentils, drained and rinsed

Combine all ingredients in a crock-pot and set on high for about 1/2 an hour, then switch to low for an additional 3-4 hours. If desired, garnish with chopped cilantro, chopped peanuts or sour cream.