Quick Golden Stew

This Quick Golden Stew is a hearty, home-style comfort food that comes together in under an hour. Featuring tender carrots, potatoes, and peas simmered with savory ham, the dish is enriched with a creamy layer of condensed soup and melted cheese for a luxurious texture. The result is a warm, golden-hued stew that balances the sweetness of root vegetables with the salty depth of cured meat. It is an ideal meal for chilly evenings, busy weeknights, or when you need a satisfying dinner with minimal effort. The simple ingredients make it easy to customize, while the rich flavor profile ensures it feels indulgent. Serve it hot with crusty bread to soak up the creamy broth.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: American

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 110.3

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This Quick Golden Stew is a hearty, home-style comfort food that comes together in under an hour. Featuring tender carrots, potatoes, and peas simmered with savory ham, the dish is enriched with a creamy layer of condensed soup and melted cheese for a luxurious texture. The result is a warm, golden-hued stew that balances the sweetness of root vegetables with the salty depth of cured meat. It is an ideal meal for chilly evenings, busy weeknights, or when you need a satisfying dinner with minimal effort. The simple ingredients make it easy to customize, while the rich flavor profile ensures it feels indulgent. Serve it hot with crusty bread to soak up the creamy broth.

Ingredients

4 ea Carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups Ham, cubed
1 1/2 cups Potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 can Cream of celery soup
1 cup Frozen peas
8 oz Cheese, shredded (Cheddar or American)
1 md Onion, cut into chunks
4 cups Water (enough to cover vegetables)

Directions

1
In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine the carrots, potatoes, and onion.
2
Add enough water to just cover the vegetables.
3
Cover and cook over medium heat until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
4
Add the cubed ham and frozen peas; continue to cook for 5 more minutes.
5
Carefully drain the water from the pot, leaving the vegetables and ham behind.
6
Stir in the cream of celery soup and shredded cheese until the cheese is melted and the mixture is heated through.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 110.3kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.3g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 74.4mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 25.3g9%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g20%
Sugars 5.4g
Protein 2.7g6%

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

Note

For a richer flavor, you can substitute chicken broth for the water when boiling the vegetables.

Ensure the cheese is shredded finely so it melts evenly into the sauce without clumping.

If the stew is too thick after draining, add a splash of milk or broth to reach your desired consistency.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove, adding a little liquid if needed.

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