Hearty White Bean Stew
featured in 5 Warm Stews Perfect for Winter
This cozy and flavorful stew is made with tender white beans, smoky pancetta, and aromatic herbs, all simmered to perfection in a rich tomato sauce. Serve with crusty bread for a satisfying and comforting meal.
Tasty Team
May 04, 2023
98% would make again
Ingredients
for 6 servings
- 1 medium leek
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 5 oz pancetta (140 g)
- 2 cups carrot (220 g), diced
- 3 stalks celery stalk, sliced
- 8 oz cremini mushroom (225 g), sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- kosher salt, to taste
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
- 14.5 oz diced tomato (410 g)
- 4 cups great northern beans (680 g), cooked or canned
- 6 cups low sodium vegetable broth (1.4 L)
- parmesan cheese, freshly grated, for serving
- bread, crusty, for serving
Nutrition Info
- Calories 1133
- Fat 76g
- Carbs 87g
- Fiber 9g
- Sugar 21g
- Protein 14g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
Preparation
- Trim the root end and the tough, dark green top of the leek and remove any thick outer layers. Cut the leek in half lengthwise, then slice into ¼-inch (6-mm) thick half moons.
- Transfer to a bowl of water and shake around with your fingers to loosen any dirt or grit. Let the leeks sit in the water for a couple minutes to let any grit to sink to the bottom of the bowl. Carefully remove the cleaned leeks from the bowl, leaving the dirty water behind.
- Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook until crispy and most of the fat has rendered, about 8 minutes.
- Add the leeks, carrots, celery, mushrooms, and garlic. Season with salt. Cook for 5-6 minutes, until the vegetables have released their juices and begin to soften.
- Add the thyme leaves, tomatoes, beans, and vegetable stock. Stir to combine, then bring to a boil, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes until slightly reduced and hot throughout. Season with more salt, to taste.
- Ladle into bowls and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Serve with crusty bread.
- Enjoy!
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