Chapter 10: Make-Ahead Meals, Homemade In Half The Time

Difficulty: Beginner
A savory vegetable base for quick soups, stews, and casseroles
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This recipe isn’t a beverage, but rather the foundational aromatic base for countless hearty dishes. By pre-chopping and sautéing onions, celery, and tricolor bell peppers in butter, you create a flavorful mirepoix variant that adds depth to any meal. The Worcestershire sauce introduces a subtle umami richness, balancing the natural sweetness of the vegetables. Perfect for meal preppers, this mixture can be stored in the fridge or freezer to jumpstart dinner. It transforms simple weeknight meals into restaurant-quality comfort food with minimal effort, ensuring you always have a head start on cooking.

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Chapter 10: Make-Ahead Meals, Homemade In Half The Time

Difficulty: Beginner
Calories: 123.0

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This recipe isn't a beverage, but rather the foundational aromatic base for countless hearty dishes. By pre-chopping and saut&# 195;©ing onions, celery, and tricolor bell peppers in butter, you create a flavorful mirepoix variant that adds depth to any meal. The Worcestershire sauce introduces a subtle umami richness, balancing the natural sweetness of the vegetables. Perfect for meal preppers, this mixture can be stored in the fridge or freezer to jumpstart dinner. It transforms simple weeknight meals into restaurant-quality comfort food with minimal effort, ensuring you always have a head start on cooking.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Melt the butter in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the prechopped onion, celery, and tricolor bell peppers to the pan.
  3. Sauté the vegetables, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and translucent, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and cook for another minute to blend the flavors.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using in your main dish or storing for later use.

Nutrition Facts


Amount Per Serving
Calories 123.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.5g10%
Saturated Fat 3.8g19%
Cholesterol 16.1mg6%
Sodium 1871.6mg78%
Total Carbohydrate 14.1g5%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g15%
Sugars 6.8g
Protein 2.5g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: vegetable, base, mirepoix, bell pepper, onion, celery, butter, worcestershire, meal prep, make ahead, savory, aromatics, sauteed, quick dinner, homemade, comfort food, recipe, easy, healthy, vegetarian
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