Vegetarian Cream Stew

Creamy, comforting, and bursting with wholesome vegetables, this Vegetarian Cream Stew is your go-to recipe for a hearty, flavorful meal. Featuring a medley of tender carrots, potatoes, celery, and earthy mushrooms simmered in a velvety broth, this stew is elevated with a hint of thyme and the richness of heavy cream. A quick flour-and-milk mixture thickens the base, creating a luscious texture that clings to every bite. Topped with fresh parsley and ready in just an hour, this one-pot wonder is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or as a warming dish to impress guests. Packed with vibrant veggies and rich flavors, it's a must-try for vegetarians and stew lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 medium potatoes, diced
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 150 grams mushrooms, sliced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 4

Add the sliced carrots, diced potatoes, and sliced celery to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Add the sliced mushrooms and continue to cook for another 3 minutes until the mushrooms begin to soften.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and milk until smooth.

Step 8

Stir the flour mixture into the pot and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the stew to thicken.

Step 9

Add the frozen peas, heavy cream, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to combine.

Step 10

Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2773.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2336.7

Total Fat 128.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 283.9mg	0%
Sodium 5070.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 228.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.2g	0%
Total Sugars 64.4g
Protein 58.0g	0%

Vitamin D 229.7IU	0%
Calcium 980.6mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 5961.3mg	0%

*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: 50.3%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 39.6%