This satisfying stew comes together in a snap.

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When stirred into a stew, mashed chickpeas cook down to create a creamy, rich texture.

Ingredients for the hearty chickpea & spinach stew recipe

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To reheat, you might microwave the stew on High until warm.

14cupgrated Parmesan cheese (Optional)

Directions

Mash 1 can chickpeas with a potato masher or fork.

Chickpeas getting smashed with a potato masher

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Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

Add turkey, oregano, fennel seeds and crushed red pepper.

Add onion, carrots and garlic (or garlic powder).

Ground turkey and spices getting cooked in a skillet, with a wooden spoon stirring

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Cook, stirring often, until softened and fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes.

Cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.

Add broth, the mashed and whole chickpeas, pepper and salt to the pot.

Chickpeas in a tomato based broth in a skillet

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Cover and bring to a simmer.

Ladle the soup into bowls.

Garnish each serving with 1 tablespoon Parmesan, if desired.

Hearty chickpea & spinach stew in a white bowl, with grated parmesan cheese sprinkled on top

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Tip

Individually quick-frozen (IQF) spinach makes this recipe a breeze.

If you’re free to’t find it, use a frozen 10-ounce block of spinach.

Cook according to the package directions, then add to the soup in Step 4.

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