method
1. Drain the chick-peas and rinse under running cold water. Put in a large saucepan, cover with plenty of fresh cold water and slowly bring to the boil. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until just tender. Drain well.
2. Put the swede in a saucepan and cover with cold salted water. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 15 - 20 minutes or until tender. Drain, reserving 150 ml (1/4 pint) cooking liquor.
3. Heat the butter in a medium saucepan, add the onion, cumin, oregano and paprika and fry for 1 - 2 minutes.
4. Stir in the flour. Cook, stirring, for 1—2 minutes, then gradually stir in the reserved liquor. Bring to boil, stir in tomatoes. Cover and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the chick-peas and swede and stir over a gentle heat for a few minutes until hot. Season to taste and serve, topped with a sprinkling of Cheddar cheese and accompanied by wholemeal bread.
serving amount
serves 4
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