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Moroccan-Style Lamb and Chickpeas Recipe
Photo: John Autry

Moroccan-Style Lamb and Chickpeas

Time: 40 minutes

Simple Sub: Use ground chicken or turkey if you're not a lamb fan.

Serve with Couscous-Arugula Salad: Bring 1 cup water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in ¾ cup uncooked couscous and ¼ teaspoon salt. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 10 minutes. Fluff couscous with a fork. Stir in 2 cups arugula, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. CALORIES 186; FAT 7g (sat 1g); SODIUM 154mg

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