1 lb. onions, peeled, quartered
1 lb. zucchini, cut into chunks
1 lb. peeled turnip, cut into chunks
1 unpeeled butternut squash, cut in chunks
1 (15 oz.) can crushed tomatoes
1 pt. water
1/4 c. oil
1/2 tsp. saffron threads
1/2 tsp. turmeric
1 pkg. frozen lima beans
1 bunch chopped coriander

In large saucepan, cook first four ingredients in oil and water, until it starts to soften, stirring occasionally. Add tomatoes, turmeric, saffron and cook on medium low for 15 more minutes. Add lima beans and when heated through, sprinkle in coriander. Serve over cous cous, as a side dish. Add more water at beginning, if you want it more like soup to serve in bowls.