Elephant Stew

Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
A hearty, slow-simmered root vegetable stew with earthy flavors and tender textures
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This comforting root vegetable stew is a robust and warming dish perfect for chilly evenings. Featuring chunks of hearty potatoes and sweet carrots simmered in a rich, savory broth, it offers a deep, earthy flavor profile enhanced by fresh herbs. The long cooking process ensures the vegetables become incredibly tender while absorbing the subtle spices. Ideal for a cozy family dinner or meal prep, this stew delivers rustic charm and satisfying nutrition without any meat. It’s a simple yet profound celebration of garden-fresh ingredients, creating a bowl of warmth that feels like a hug in a pot. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth.

Elephant Stew

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 11737.8

Description

This comforting root vegetable stew is a robust and warming dish perfect for chilly evenings. Featuring chunks of hearty potatoes and sweet carrots simmered in a rich, savory broth, it offers a deep, earthy flavor profile enhanced by fresh herbs. The long cooking process ensures the vegetables become incredibly tender while absorbing the subtle spices. Ideal for a cozy family dinner or meal prep, this stew delivers rustic charm and satisfying nutrition without any meat. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple yet profound celebration of garden-fresh ingredients, creating a bowl of warmth that feels like a hug in a pot. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Peel and dice the potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking.
  2. Peel the carrots and cut them into half-inch rounds or diagonal slices.
  3. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat.
  4. Add the potatoes and carrots to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes until slightly browned.
  5. Pour in enough vegetable broth or water to cover the vegetables by about an inch.
  6. Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot.
  8. Simmer gently for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the vegetables are fork-tender.
  9. Stir in half of the chopped parsley and adjust seasoning if needed.
  10. Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with remaining fresh parsley.
  11. Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 11737.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23.3g36%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 101705.0mg4238%
Total Carbohydrate 2641.0g881%
Dietary Fiber 421.2g1685%
Sugars 335.7g
Protein 298.5g597%

* 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: stew, vegetarian, vegan, potatoes, carrots, root vegetables, comfort food, winter dish, hearty, slow cooker, broth, herbs, parsley, easy dinner, meal prep, warm, rustic, plant-based, homemade
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