Moroccan White Bean Stew

Name: Moroccan White Bean Stew
Cuisine: Moroccan, African
Ingredients: 2 cups dried white beans (soaked overnight); 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp ground turmeric; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional); 400g canned diced tomatoes (or 4 fresh tomatoes, chopped); 1 bay leaf; Salt and black pepper to taste; 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)