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Cozy White Bean Mushroom Stew (Vegan)

Cozy, creamy white bean and mushroom stew with potatoes and herbs. An easy, 1-pot entrée perfect for cooler weather. Vegan, gluten-free, and SO delicious!

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 medium Yukon gold potatoes, diced
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot starch
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid and begin to brown, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Add thyme, rosemary, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  6. Pour in vegetable broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  7. Add potatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together coconut milk and cornstarch until smooth.
  9. Add the coconut milk mixture and cannellini beans to the pot. Stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
  10. Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice.
  11. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  12. Serve warm with crusty bread or over grains. Enjoy!

Notes

For a creamier stew, blend 1 cup of the stew with an immersion blender before adding the coconut milk. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 1 month.