Versatile Vegetable Stew

This hearty and adaptable vegetable stew is perfect for using up any veggies you have on hand! It’s packed with flavor, fiber, and is easy to make. Just toss in your favorite vegetables and enjoy a cozy, satisfying meal.

• Ingredients:

1. 1 tbsp olive oil
2. 1 onion, finely diced
3. 2 leeks, sliced
4. 2 carrots, diced
5. 2 garlic cloves, finely diced
6. 1 tsp sweet smoked paprika
7. ½ tsp dried thyme
8. 2 potatoes, diced
9. 600ml vegetable stock
10. ½ head cauliflower, cut into small florets
11. 200g fine green beans, chopped
12. 1 x 400g tin baked beans
13. 2 tbsp chopped flatleaf parsley
14. Salt and freshly ground black pepper
15. Crusty bread, to serve

• Method:

1. Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pan, add onion and leeks, and cook until softened. Stir in carrots, garlic, paprika, and thyme; cook for 5 minutes.
2. Simmer: Add potatoes and vegetable stock, bring to boil. Reduce heat, simmer for 5 minutes. Add cauliflower, continue simmering for 5 minutes.
3. Add Green Veggies: Stir in green beans and baked beans; cook for 3 minutes. Mix in parsley and season with salt and pepper.
4. Serve: Enjoy with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Enjoy this warming stew any day of the week it’s both nourishing and versatile!