Cuisine: Stew
Red Wine-Braised Short Ribs
These Red Wine-Braised Short Ribs are from Ina Garten's new cookbook, Cook Like a Pro: Recipes & Tips for Home Cooks. She browns the short ribs on a sheet pan, which saves time and mess. You sauté the vegetables while the ribs brown in the oven. Then they are all slow roasted in the oven.
By - Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 3 hrs
- Yields: 6 Servings
Christmas Lima Bean and Mushroom Stew
I bought these Christmas Lima Beans online from Rancho Gordo. My friend Jennifer introduced me to these amazing heirloom bean producers located in Napa, California. I decided to make this Christmas Lima Bean and Mushroom Stew, which is a hearty vegetarian dish.
Christmas Limas are an intriguing variation on the traditional Lima. In Italy, you'll find them as Fagioli del Papa or "Pope's beans." Also known stateside as "Chestnut Lima" and sometimes even "Calico" beans. Whatever you call them, they've done a great deal to help fix the bad reputation of traditional Lima beans. They have a rich chestnut texture and an almost nutty flavor make this the most unusual Lima bean. A true revelation for those who believe they don't like Limas.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 2 hrs 30 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Japanese Chicken Curry
Curry is not an original cuisine from Japan. It was introduced to Japan during the Meiji era (1868–1912) by the British. It has become a staple meal of the Japanese. It’s actually more like a hearty stew than a typical curry. The curry is thickened with roux. You can buy Japanese curry blocks, which makes it easier to make, but they contain excessive amounts of fat and MSG. They also sell it without MSG, but it’s way better to make it from scratch. This Japanese Chicken Curry is a true comfort food served over rice.
- Prep: 45 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Tex-Mex Stew
I love pulling things from my pantry and freezer and making dinner. This Tex-Mex Stew didn't seem like it would be very good because it uses frozen peppers and onion soup mix, but I was wrong. It takes 5 minutes to prep and about 15 minutes to cook. I didn't even use a fork to eat it, just tortilla chips. You could actually pour it into a bag of Fritos, like Frito Pie.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 6 - 8 Servings
Lentil & Chicken Sausage Stew
I was rummaging through my pantry and realized I have an abundance of lentils. Lentils are a powerhouse of nutrition, very inexpensive and extremely versatile. Everyone should be eating more lentils! This Lentil & Chicken Sausage Stew is made in a slow cooker and perfect for the chilly autumn night. Serve it with a loaf of crusty bread and a crisp green salad.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 8 hrs
- Yields: 6 - 8 Servings
Beef With Red Wine Sauce
Beef with Red Wine Sauce is an easy dinner all done in a slow cooker. This beef is flavored with gravy and mushrooms, and is hearty and filling. Serve it over buttered noodles or mashed potatoes.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 6 hrs
- Yields: 6 Servings
Creamy Chicken with Biscuits in a Slow Cooker
Creamy Chicken with Biscuits in a Slow Cooker only takes 15 minutes to prepare and it's ready for the slow cooker. It's so simple and yet so satisfying, the ultimate comfort food.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 6 hrs 5 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Chicken Cacciatore in a Slow Cooker
This Chicken Cacciatore in a Slow Cooker is a wonderful meal to come home to. It takes about 10 minutes to make, so easy and so good.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 9 hrs
- Yields: 4 Servings
Badem Joon
My friend Chris made this Persian eggplant stew called Badem Joon. You can make it with lamb or beef. He served it with basmati rice. It's really delicious!
- Prep: 1 hr
- Cook: 2 hrs
- Yields: 4 Servings
Tuscan Bean & Chicken Stew in a Slow Cooker
This Tuscan Bean & Chicken Stew in a Slow Cooker is so easy to make. Adding the chicken during the last two hours of cooking allows the meat to remain moist. Adding Parmesan rind imparts a depth of flavor to the dish.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 7 hrs 30 mins
- Yields: 10 - 12 Servings
