Instructions: Combine onion, garlic, and water in a 12 inch skillet; bring to boiling.

Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 3 minutes. Drain; return onion and garlic to skillet.

Add garbanzo beans, undrained tomatoes, tomato paste, raisins, almonds, black pepper, thyme, salt, cinnamon, allspice, red pepper and broth. Bring to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 5 to 10 minutes or until desired consistency. Serve over hot couscous. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.

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