Vegetarian Winter Stew(made by Asheville Pro Kitchen)

Portions: 4  Total Time: 30 minutes  

INGREDIENTS

• 3 medium carrots, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 stalks celery, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 16 oz mushrooms, chopped
• 4 tomatoes, diced
• 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
• 3 sweet potatoes, diced(or golden potatoes)
• 2 cups leafy green of choice
• 1 box quick barley
• 3 tablespoons miso paste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2-3 tablespoons fresh thyme
• 1-2 bay leaves
• 4 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup red wine
• Salt and pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Add olive oil to saucepan over medium heat.
2. Once heated, add carrots, onion, celery, mushrooms, garlic, smoked paprika and thyme and saute 3-5 min. Add flour and cook another minute. Then add red wine and reduce by half(or simmer for 5 min. .
3. Add tomatoes, sweet potatoes, miso paste, barley, bay leaf and vegetable broth and simmer 20-30 minutes, remove from heat then add chopped leafy greens. Cook until leafy greens wilt(2-3min). 
4. Add salt and pepper to taste and enjoy!

Nutritional Benefits

Embrace the joy of soup season! Beyond their delectable and comforting nature, soups and stews emerge as nutritional powerhouses. Unlike traditional cooking methods that may deplete nutrient content, crafting a hearty soup or stew ensures that vital elements are retained in the savory broth, enhancing their absorption. Not only are these culinary creations nutrient-dense, but they also serve as a method of hydrating. Affordable, freezer-friendly, and perfect for meal prepping, soups and stews invite you to savor the season’s warmth and wellness. Cheers to indulging in the wholesome pleasures of soup!