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white bean mushroom stew

Creamy Comfort in Every Bowl: White Bean Mushroom Stew

This creamy white bean mushroom stew combines hearty flavors and nutrition, making it the perfect one-pot meal for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 cups white beans (cannellini or navy) canned beans are a great shortcut
  • 8 oz mushrooms (cremini or button) slice thinly for even cooking
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth low-sodium recommended
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
  • 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 bay leaf
  • to taste salt for seasoning
  • to taste pepper for seasoning
Optional Enhancements
  • seasonal vegetables (carrots, zucchini) for texture
  • red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
  • leafy greens (spinach or kale) for nutrition and color
  • different mushroom varieties (portobello or shiitake) for varied flavors

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by finely chopping one onion and mincing three cloves of garlic. Slice about eight ounces of mushrooms thinly.
  2. In a large pot, heat two tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it turns translucent, around 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and continue cooking for an additional minute.
  4. Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot, season with a pinch of salt, and sauté for 7-10 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.
  5. Stir in the pre-cooked white beans and pour in four cups of vegetable broth. Increase heat to bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Add two teaspoons of fresh thyme and a bay leaf, letting the stew simmer uncovered for 20-30 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve warm, pairing with crusty bread or over grains.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Soak dried white beans overnight for best results. Avoid overcooking mushrooms to maintain texture. Leftover stew can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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