Quick White Bean Mushroom Stew (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 medium yellow onion, freshly sliced
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8 ounces of mixed mushrooms (a lovely blend of cremini and shiitake)
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4 fresh garlic cloves, minced
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2 cups of fresh baby greens - your choice of baby chard, arugula, or tender spinach
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1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, sliced into ribbons for garnish
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 tablespoon of your choice: arrowroot starch, tapioca starch, or cornstarch
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1 cup vegetable broth
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1 cup unsweetened, unflavored dairy-free milk
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1 (15 oz) can white beans, preferably cannellini
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1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
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Juice of 1 fresh lemon
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Salt and pepper to taste (about 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper)
# Instructions:
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Warm 1 tablespoon of avocado or olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add your sliced onion and mushrooms, letting them cook together until they become golden brown and caramelized, about 6 to 8 minutes.
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Toss in the minced garlic and thyme, stirring constantly for about a minute until their wonderful aroma fills your kitchen.
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In a small bowl, create a slurry by whisking your chosen starch with just a splash of the vegetable broth until smooth. Then stir this mixture into the remaining broth.
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Add your broth mixture and dairy-free milk to the pan, along with the white beans. Let everything simmer gently for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and everything is warmed through.
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Gently fold in the fresh greens and cook just until they wilt, about a minute. Finish with tamari and fresh lemon juice, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Crown your creation with fresh basil ribbons.
# Notes:
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Serve this cozy stew over rice, quinoa, pasta, fresh greens, or with your favorite crusty bread - it's delicious any way you choose!
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Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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When reheating, either warm gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth if needed, or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until heated through.