disputant calderon: Baked Stew Like My Mamma Used To Make

Saturday, September 29, 2012

Baked Stew Like My Mamma Used To Make - Mouthwatering Vegan ...

Sep 28

Winter is approaching, time is short and comfort is yearned for, and that is why I have created this dish ? ?my mum used to make this for us all (not vegan though, I?m afraid).? All I remember was the joy of the potatoes melting in my mouth, and crunchy bread and raw onion served alongside this dish ? oh, a truly mouthwatering experience.? Here it is ? from my table to yours.? You can use sweet potatoes, if you prefer.? Serve with raw onion and hot bread !

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS

4 Tbsp (60 mL) olive oil, for frying

1 red medium sized onion, finely chopped

3 to 4 potatoes, peeled and cut

2 medium-sized carrots, cut

2 cloves garlic, chopped into slithers

2 tsp vegetable stock granules, or 1 vegetable stock cube dissolved in ? cup hot water

3 cups petit pois (baby peas) ? the frozen type

salt to taste

3 Tbsp tomato paste

2 cups (500 mL) water

a pinch of mint

a pinch of paprika

METHOD

First heat your oil in an oven-proof saucepan (I used my cast iron Le Creuset), and fry your onion for a minute or so. Then add the rest of the veggies, and lower the heat ? stirring every minute or so.
Now mix in the remaining ingredients, except for the water.? Cover, and allow to cook for 5 minutes, stirring every minute or so.
At this point, add half the water, lower the temperature, and allow to cook for 30 minutes.
Add the remaining water, and place in a hot oven for an hour, or until the potatoes are totally soft.
Serve and Enjoy !