As the air cools and foliage turns, we’re making these deliciously hearty stews for a cozy dinner.
And we don’t just mean the turkey.
And leftover gravy is used to add depth of flavor and body.
Fred Hardy
Possibly the best part of this stew recipe?
Add some leftover bread or rolls and dinner is done.
And the tomato broth takes it to the next level.
When eating, you’ll want to have a toasted baguette at the ready to soak it all up.
The leeks provide a savory allium note while the tomato paste, miso and cumin add bold flavor.
Kale & Lentil Stew with Mashed Potatoes
Fire-roasted tomatoes add slightly smoky flavor to red lentils.
The addition of mashed potatoes gives this an upside-down shepherd’s pie feel.
Slow-Cooker Mediterranean Stew
This Mediterranean stew is a healthy dinner chock-full of vegetables and hearty chickpeas.
A drizzle of olive oil to finish carries the flavors of this easy vegan crock-pot stew.
Fred Hardy
Make a double batch and freeze it for a quick healthy dinner.
Serve the stew with couscous and steamed broccoli.
Chilean Lentil Stew with Salsa Verde
This healthy vegetarian recipe is hearty and satisfying.
To make this recipe gluten free, use gluten-free sausage.
Plus, cooking everything together low and slow infuses all the flavors together for complexity in every bite.
Chicken-Sausage & Kale Stew
A splash of vinegar is a long-standing chef’s trick for soups.
Added just before you serve the soup, vinegar brightens the taste considerably.
Use your favorite style of chicken sausage to add variety to this dish.
This easy curry recipe can be on the table in less than an hour.
This one-pot Irish beef stew is packed with veggies and rich meaty flavor.
Serve with a side of Irish soda bread to sop up the leftovers.
