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Summer Vegetable Stew With Basil Puree Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 2 tbsps olive oil .
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper .
  • 1 c basil leaves .
  • 2 tomatoes, peeled & cut into 1 inch pieces .
  • 1 garlic clove .
  • Basil puree .
  • 2 fresh thyme sprigs .
  • 2 tbsps grated fresh parmesan cheese .
  • 3 c cubed yellow squash, 1 inch cubes .
  • 1/2 lb green beans, trimmed & cut into 3 inch pieces .
  • 1 lb small red potatoes, halved .
  • 1 tbsp olive oil .
  • 1/2 tsp salt .
  • 6 garlic cloves, halved .
  • Vegetables .
  • 3 tbsps water .
  • 1 c yellow bell peppers, strips .
  • 1 onion, cut into 1/4 inch thick wedges .
  • 1 1/2 c sliced carrots, 2 inches thick .
  • 1/8 tsp salt .
  • 2 bay leaves

Directions
  • Step #1 BASIL PUREE: Combine basil & 1 garlic clove in a mixer or food processor/blender; process until smooth.
  • Step #2 Add water, 2 tbsps oil, & 1/8 tsp salt; process until mixed.
  • Step #3 Set aside.
  • Step #4 STEW: Heat 1 tbsp oil In a large-ish Dutch oven over low heat/flame.
  • Step #5 Add bay leaves; cook 1 min.
  • Step #6 Add onion, 6 garlic cloves, & thyme; cover & cook 10 mins.
  • Step #7 Add carrot, 1/2 tsp salt, potatoes, & black pepper; cover & cook 20 mins.
  • Step #8 Add squash, bell pepper, & beans; cover & cook 15 mins.
  • Step #9 Add the tomatoes; cover & cook 10 mins.
  • Step #10 Discard bay leaves & thyme.
  • Step #11 Divide stew into five bowls; drizzle with the basil puree, & sprinkle with Parmesan.
  • Enjoy the Summer Vegetable Stew With Basil Puree recipe

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