Simple Stew

Simple Stew

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Prep Time: 20 Min

Cook Time: 35 - 40 Min

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1. In a large pot, add 2 Tbsp. butter and the EVOO. Set to medium and wait for bubbling with the butter. Once heated, add the onions and celery and season with sea salt, cracked pepper, and the dried thyme. Saute 5 minutes.

 

1. Add the potatoes and another good pinch of sea salt, stir, and cover. Cook 4 – 5 minutes stirring at least once.

 

1. Add the vegetable stock and bring to a slow boil. Once everything begins to bubble, stir in the bay leaves, vegeta, white pepper, poultry seasoning, and another pinch of sea salt. Reduce heat to medium low and cover. Simmer 15 – 20 minutes until potatoes are almost fully cooked.

 

1. In a small mixing bowl, add the cornstarch and remaining butter. Ladle some of the liquid from the stew into the mixing bowl. (About ½ C) Whish vigorously until fully blended and pour back in to the pot. Stir in the peas and continue to simmer Uncovered for another 6 – 10 minutes.

 

1. Taste and adjust salt / vegeta if desired. Once ready to serve, chop all the herbs including the celery leaves together on a cutting board. Once chopped, stir the greens in for a finishing boost of flavour.

 

1. Serve with a garnish of fresh parsley and enjoy!

                            Grocery List

• 4 Tbsp. Unsalted Butter
• 2 Tbsp. EVOO
• 2 Yellow Onions, diced
• 4 stalks Celery with leaves removed and set aside, chopped
• 5 Yellow Potatoes, chopped
• 1 ½ C Shelled Peas
• ¼ C Fresh Parsley, chopped
• 2 Tbsp. Fresh Chives, chopped
• ¾ Tsp. Dried Thyme
• 2 Bay Leaves
• 4 C Low Sodium Vegetable Stock
• 1 Tsp. Vegeta
• ½ Tsp. White Pepper
• ½ Tsp. Poultry Seasoning
• 1 Heaping Tbsp. Corn Starch
• Sea Salt / Cracked Pepper