Description
White Bean Mushroom Stew is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy white beans and tender mushrooms in a rich, savory broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this hearty stew is both easy to make and bursting with flavor. With its delightful aroma and satisfying texture, each bowl offers warmth that wraps around you like a cozy blanket. Enjoy a nourishing meal that brings joy to the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups canned white beans, drained and rinsed
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms (baby bella or button), sliced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in sliced carrots and diced celery; cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Add sliced mushrooms; cook until they release their juices (approximately 7 minutes).
- Pour in vegetable broth and add drained white beans. Bring to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally.
- Season with thyme, salt, and pepper; simmer for an additional 20 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve in bowls garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (360g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg