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Quick Vegetarian Stew

Quick Vegetarian Stew

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Looking for a comforting and hearty meal that’s quick to whip up? This Quick Vegetarian Stew is your answer! Loaded with fresh vegetables, fragrant herbs, and rich flavors, this stew offers a warm embrace on chilly nights or a delightful dish for family gatherings. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a satisfying dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or make-ahead meals. With its versatile ingredients, you can easily customize it to suit your taste. Experience the cozy warmth of this nourishing stew that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium brown onion, coarsely chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, coarsely chopped
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 350g button chestnut mushrooms (4½ cups)
  • 3/4 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1/2 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced or pressed
  • 1 heaping tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
  • 35g plain flour (1/3 cup)
  • 160 ml apple vinegar
  • 2 medium parsnips, peeled and uniformly sliced
  • 250g swede (1 ¾ cups), peeled and chopped into chunks
  • 800 ml vegetable stock (3 â…“ cups, made with vegan bouillon)
  • 2 dried bay leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (adjust as needed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion, celery, and carrots for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in button mushrooms, rosemary, and thyme, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until mushrooms are tender.
  3. Add minced garlic, tomato paste, soy sauce, and vegan Worcestershire sauce; cook for 1 minute.
  4. Sprinkle in flour while stirring continuously. Deglaze the pot with apple vinegar.
  5. Add parsnips, swede chunks, vegetable stock, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to simmer uncovered for 40-50 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  6. Adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot with crusty bread or rice.

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