Hearty Mushroom Stew

Indulge in a comforting bowl of Hearty Mushroom Stew, a rich, vegetable-forward dish that’s perfect for cozy evenings. Packed with earthy mushrooms, sweet carrots, and aromatic garlic, this stew gets a depth of flavor from bold red wine, tomato paste, and fresh herbs like thyme and parsley. A touch of flour thickens the luscious broth, while a splash of olive oil and butter ensures a velvety texture. Ready in just over an hour, this one-pot wonder is a satisfying vegetarian meal that’s both wholesome and full of flavor. Serve it with crusty bread or over fluffy mashed potatoes for a truly hearty dinner that will warm you from the inside out. Whether you're craving comfort food or looking to elevate your weeknight meals, this Mushroom Stew is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 large onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 1 pound mushrooms
• 1 cup red wine
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Dice the onion, mince the garlic, slice the carrots, chop the celery, and coarsely chop the mushrooms.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Add the chopped mushrooms to the pot and sauté until they release their moisture and begin to brown, about 8 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in the red wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Let it simmer for 3 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the vegetable broth, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 25 minutes.

Step 8

In a small bowl, combine flour and water to form a slurry.

Step 9

Add the slurry to the stew to thicken it. Stir well and let cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 11

Stir in fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy your hearty mushroom stew!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2183.4 grams (2183.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1491

Total Fat 67.40g	86%
Saturated Fat 15.20g	76%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.60g
Cholesterol 33mg	11%
Sodium 5541mg	241%
Total Carbohydrate 144.40g	53%
Dietary Fiber 27.50g	98%
Total Sugars 47.80g
Protein 41.40g	83%

Vitamin D 2IU	11%
Calcium 384mg	30%
Iron 12mg	65%
Potassium 5466mg	116%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.9%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 42.8%