Description
This Earthy Mushroom and White Bean Stew is a comforting, hearty vegan dish combining tender mixed mushrooms and creamy white beans simmered with fragrant herbs. Perfect for a warming meal, it features simple ingredients and easy stovetop cooking, delivering rich flavors and plant-based protein in every bowl.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp vegan butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 lb mixed mushrooms (shiitake and cremini), sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Ingredients
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook onions: In a large pot, melt the vegan butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent, forming the flavor base of the stew.
- Sauté mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are browned and tender, enhancing the stew’s earthiness.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, building aromatic depth.
- Simmer stew: Add the white beans, vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaf to the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and the broth to develop.
- Season and add spinach: Season the stew with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in chopped spinach if using, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and integrates.
- Finish with lemon: Remove and discard the bay leaf. Stir in the lemon juice if desired, to brighten the flavors and add a hint of acidity.
- Serve: Ladle the hot stew into bowls and serve with crusty bread or over rice for a complete, satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can substitute different mushrooms according to preference, such as button or portobello, for varied texture and flavor.
- Adding lemon juice at the end brightens the earthy flavors and balances the richness.
- For a thicker stew, mash some of the white beans before adding or reduce the broth slightly.
- This stew can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheats well on the stovetop or microwave.
