Bean Stew
Rich and hearty, this Bean Stew is a comforting dish that's perfect for chilly days. Packed with nutritious beans, aromatic herbs, and savory vegetables, it's a satisfying meal that will warm you from the inside out.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 2 carrots diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cans 15 oz each mixed beans (such as kidney beans, black beans, and cannellini beans), drained and rinsed
- 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
- Add the mixed beans, diced tomatoes (with their juices), vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and smoked paprika to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring the stew to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook, uncovered, for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have melded together and the vegetables are tender.
- Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Ladle the Bean Stew into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of this wholesome Bean Stew!
Notes
Experience the hearty goodness of our Bean Stew recipe, where nourishing ingredients come together to create a bowl of pure comfort. Whether you're serving it as a satisfying weeknight dinner or sharing it with friends and family at a casual gathering, this stew is sure to warm both hearts and bellies alike. So gather your ingredients and get ready to cozy up with a bowl of wholesome goodness!