North African Vegetarian Slow Cooker Stew Recipe

1 yellow onion (medium size), chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 butternut squash (large), peeled, seeded ,and cut into 3/4-inch cubes

1 1/2 cups baby carrots

1 1/2 cups crushed tomatoes (canned)

3/4 cup vegetable broth (canned)

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, ground

1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 can (15 oz.) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

1/2 teaspoon salt