Braised Shallots and Squash Stew π²
Recipe Overview:
- Name: Braised Shallots and Squash Stew
- Category: Stew
- Keywords: Beans, Vegetable, Canadian, Kid Friendly, Potluck, < 60 Mins, Oven, Beginner Cook, Easy, Inexpensive
- Servings: 8
- Total Time: 57 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 47 minutes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 216.3
- Fat: 4.4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 481.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 34.3g
- Fiber: 6.7g
- Sugar: 3.9g
- Protein: 9.6g
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 shallots, finely chopped
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons dried sage
- 4 cups squash, peeled and diced
- 3 cups vegetable stock
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
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Heat Oil: In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped shallots and minced garlic. Cook until golden brown, about 7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add Flour and Sage: Sprinkle all-purpose flour and dried sage over the shallots and garlic. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Incorporate Squash: Add diced squash, vegetable stock, dry white wine, salt, and pepper to the Dutch oven. Bring the mixture to a boil.
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Simmer: Cover the Dutch oven and reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the squash is tender. Alternatively, you can cover and cook it in a preheated 350Β°F oven for the same duration.
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Mash Beans: Using a potato masher, mash half of the white kidney beans.
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Combine Beans: Add the mashed beans along with the remaining whole beans to the pot. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until heated through and the sauce is slightly thickened, approximately 5 to 10 minutes.
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Add Fresh Parsley: Stir in chopped fresh parsley just before serving to add a burst of color and flavor to your Braised Shallots and Squash Stew.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve this hearty stew piping hot in bowls, garnished with additional chopped parsley if desired.
- Pair it with some crusty bread or a side salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Tips and Variations:
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables such as carrots, celery, or spinach.
- For a creamier texture, you can blend a portion of the stew before adding the beans.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices to suit your taste preferences.