Description

This comforting Butterbean Vegetable Stew combines tender butter beans and seasonal vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth, perfect for cozy nights.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

2 cups Butter Beans (Can substitute with cannellini or great northern beans.)
1 can Diced Tomatoes (Use fresh tomatoes as a substitution if preferred.)
2 cups Vegetables (Carrots, Celery, Bell Peppers) (Feel free to swap in seasonal vegetables like squash or zucchini.)
1 medium Onion (Enhances flavor; can be omitted for simplicity.)
2 cloves Garlic (Crucial for flavor; can be omitted for simplicity.)
4 cups Vegetable Broth (Use chicken broth if a non-vegan option is preferred.)
1 tablespoon Sweet Paprika (Smoked paprika can be used for a distinct flavor.)
1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme (Dried thyme can work if fresh is unavailable.)
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (Use vinegar as an alternative acidity source.)

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Instructions

Preparation Steps Start by chopping your onion, garlic, and other vegetables.
Sauté Aromatics In a large pot, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Toss in the onions and garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
Add Vegetables Stir in the diced tomatoes along with your remaining chopped vegetables. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
Add Broth and Beans Pour in the vegetable broth and gently add the butter beans. Season generously with sweet paprika, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper.
Simmer Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 35 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Final Touches Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, drizzling some fresh lemon juice on each bowl.

Notes

Can substitute butter beans with cannellini or great northern beans.
Use fresh tomatoes as a substitution for canned diced tomatoes if preferred.
Feel free to swap in seasonal vegetables like squash or zucchini.
Onion and garlic can be omitted for simplicity, but they enhance flavor.
Use smoked paprika for a distinct flavor variation.
Dried thyme can be used if fresh thyme is unavailable.
Chicken broth can be used instead of vegetable broth for a non-vegan option.
Vinegar can substitute lemon juice as an acidity source.