
Cauliflower Stew
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This cauliflower stew is one of my go to weeknight dinners because it comes together in just 45 minutes from start to table. The cauliflower is packed with vitamin C and fiber, which keeps me feeling full and satisfied. What I love most is how affordable it is to make, using simple pantry staples and whatever vegetables I have on hand. The garlic and thyme give it such a comforting, homey flavor that fills your kitchen with the most wonderful aroma while it simmers away. It's the kind of dish that warms you from the inside out, perfect for chilly evenings or whenever you need something nourishing and quick.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 800 gcauliflower
- 60 mlolive oil
- 473 mlonion
- 710 mlgarlic
- 400 gcarrots
- 200 gpotatoes
- 400 gcanned tomatoes
- 500 mlchicken broth
- 1 tspdried thyme
- 1 tspsalt
- 1 tspblack pepper
- 2 tspbay leaves
- 237 mlfresh parsley
- 20 mllemon juice
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Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Tip: Be patient and let the onion cook until translucent.
- 2
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Tip: Doné burn the garlic!
- 3
Add the sliced carrots and diced potatoes, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Tip: Doné let the vegetables steam, let them brown a bit.
- 4
Pour in the canned tomatoes, chicken broth, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Tip: Make sure all the ingredients are well incorporated.
- 5
Add the cauliflower florets and bay leaves to the pot. Stir to combine.
Tip: Doné let the cauliflower steam, let it cook until tender.
- 6
Bring the stew to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender.
Tip: Let the stew cook slowly and patiently.
- 7
Stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Tip: Add a squeeze of lemon for brightness!
- 8
Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Tip: Enjoy your delicious and comforting cauliflower stew!
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