Description
Hearty earthy mushroom and white bean stew delivers comforting Mediterranean flavors with rustic charm. Savory herbs and rich vegetables create a nourishing meal that connects home cooks with traditional culinary traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) mixed mushrooms (shiitake and cremini), sliced
- 1 lb (454 g) baby potatoes, cubed
- 2 cans (15 oz/425 g each) white beans (cannellini), drained and rinsed
- 3 cups (710 ml) vegetable broth
- 2 cups (470 ml) dairy-free milk (almond)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 tbsps vegan butter
- 2 tbsps cornstarch
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tsps tamari or soy sauce
- ¾ tsp dried thyme
- ¾ tsp dried rosemary
- ¾ tsp sea salt
- ¾ tsp black pepper
- fresh parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté Foundation: Melt vegan butter in a spacious pot over medium heat, then add onions and cook until translucent and softened.
- Flavor Layering: Introduce sliced mushrooms with thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper, caramelizing until mushrooms turn golden-brown and release their rich, earthy essence.
- Aromatic Enhancement: Stir in minced garlic and cornstarch, creating a light coating that will help thicken the stew while building depth of flavor.
- Liquid Integration: Pour in tamari sauce and Dijon mustard, then add vegetable broth and diced potatoes, bringing the mixture to a boil before reducing to a gentle simmer.
- Simmering and Transformation: Cook for 15-20 minutes, allowing potatoes to become tender and the stew to develop a rich, cohesive flavor profile.
- Final Touches: Incorporate white beans and dairy-free milk, continuing to simmer until the stew reaches a creamy, luxurious consistency.
- Presentation: Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a sprinkle of black pepper, creating a visually appealing and flavor-enhanced dish.
Notes
- Thickening Technique: Cornstarch coating ensures a velvety smooth texture without lumps, helping the stew reach a perfectly creamy consistency.
- Mushroom Caramelization: Sautéing mushrooms until golden-brown develops deep, rich umami flavors that elevate the entire dish’s taste profile.
- Herb Selection: Fresh thyme and rosemary provide aromatic depth, complementing the earthy mushroom and creating a complex flavor experience.
- Simmering Secrets: Gentle, consistent simmering allows potatoes to tenderize evenly while preventing overcooking and maintaining ideal stew texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg