Description
French countryside comfort meets rustic elegance in this hearty white bean mushroom stew. Earthy mushrooms and creamy beans meld together, creating a soul-warming dish perfect for chilly evenings. Savor each spoonful of Mediterranean-inspired comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb mushrooms, sliced (shiitake and cremini recommended)
- 1 lb baby potatoes, cubed (~3 cups)
- 2 (15 ounces) cans white beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups dairy-free milk (plain, unsweetened almond or oat)
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 medium onion, diced (~2 cups)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.75 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.75 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 0.75 teaspoon sea salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons tamari or soy sauce (gluten-free if needed)
Thickeners and Fats:
- 3 tablespoons vegan butter (or substitute olive oil)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (or all-purpose flour)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Initiate the culinary process by liquefying vegan butter in a spacious pot over moderate temperature, introducing diced onions and transforming them into a translucent, softened state.
- Incorporate mushrooms alongside aromatic herbs like thyme and rosemary, seasoning with salt and pepper. Allow mushrooms to release moisture and develop rich caramelized edges through consistent stirring.
- Introduce minced garlic, letting its fragrant essence permeate the vegetable medley for a brief moment.
- Dust cornstarch over the sautéed vegetables, ensuring thorough coating, then integrate tamari and Dijon mustard to amplify the flavor profile.
- Stream vegetable broth into the pot, adding cubed potatoes. Elevate temperature to achieve a rolling boil, then reduce heat and permit gentle simmering until potatoes reach desired tenderness.
- Gently fold white beans and dairy-free milk into the evolving stew, allowing the liquid to reduce and create a luxurious, velvety consistency.
- Fine-tune the seasoning with additional salt, tamari, or mustard according to personal preference. Present the warm, comforting stew garnished with delicate parsley sprigs for a final touch of freshness.
Notes
- Slow-cooking transforms this stew into a deeply comforting, flavor-packed meal that warms you from the inside out.
- Dried herbs can be substituted for fresh, but use about one-third the amount to prevent overpowering the delicate mushroom and bean flavors.
- Cornstarch works as a magical thickening agent, creating a luxurious texture without compromising the stew’s hearty consistency.
- Tamari offers a richer, deeper umami flavor compared to regular soy sauce, enhancing the earthy mushroom profile.
- Opt for waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for the best texture, as they hold their shape beautifully during simmering.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days, with flavors developing even more intensely overnight.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg