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Rustic Stew with Vegetables

This rustic vegetable stew is hearty, simple, and packed with everyday vegetables like carrots, onions, broccoli, and celery. It works as a comforting vegetarian meal or as a base for adding beef when you want something richer.
Course Soup, Soups and Stews
Cuisine American, International
Keyword beef stew, broth, carrot, celery, garlic, hearty, mushroom, onion, seasoning, stew, stew recipe, stirring, vegetable broth, vegetable stew, vegetable stew recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 290kcal
Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Large Pot

Ingredients

  • 1½ Cups Potatoes diced, peeled
  • 1¼ Cups Broccoli Florets
  • ½ Cup Onion grated
  • 1 Cup Carrots diced
  • 2 Ribs Celery diced
  • 1 Cup Vegetable Broth
  • ½ Cup Water
  • 6 Tablespoons Butter cubed
  • ½ Cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 Cups Whole Milk
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon Pepper
  • ½ Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
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Instructions

  • Gather and prep everything by dicing potatoes, chopping broccoli, grating onion, slicing carrots and celery, and measuring broth, water, and seasonings.
  • Add potatoes, broccoli, onion, carrots, celery, broth, and water to a Dutch oven, bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes until tender but not mushy.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour and cook 2 minutes, then slowly add milk while whisking until thick and creamy; season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir the sauce into the vegetables, simmer 10 minutes to thicken, then add cheddar cheese and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use fresh, firm vegetables for the best flavor and texture. Dicing them into similar sizes helps them cook evenly and finish at the same time.
  • Don’t be afraid to layer flavors with seasoning and herbs. Adding garlic, bay leaf, or a splash of balsamic vinegar improves the richness of the broth.
  • Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking. A slow simmer allows the flavors to meld together for a hearty, comforting stew.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5Cup | Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 618mg | Potassium: 547mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 4403IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 203mg | Iron: 1mg