VEGETABLE STEW (GIAMBOTTA) A LA RACHAEL RAY

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Lean and Mean! Recipe courtesy of Rachael Ray and 30 Minute Meals. Was watching her prepare this stew and decided to post it; because we are having it for lunch tomorrow. Every Friday for lunch they serve some kind of soup that is hearty with some rice and vegetables. The soup is generally made with root vegetables, all kinds of meat, & beans as well!

Provided by Manami

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 1 stock pot, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus some to drizzle
1 bay leaves, fresh or 1 dried bay leaf
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 garlic clove, cracked from skin
2 onions, sliced
2 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 eggplant, chopped
1 zucchini, chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
salt, to taste
fresh ground pepper, to taste
crushed red pepper flakes, to taste (optional, for that extra zing)
italian seasoning, to taste
28 ounces fire roasted diced tomatoes (from a can)
1 cup low sodium chicken broth (we used low-sodium vegetable) or 1 cup vegetable stock (we used low-sodium vegetable)
1/2 cup torn chopped fresh basil (10 to 12 leaves) or 1/2 cup flat leaf parsley
4 slices whole wheat crusty bread (1-inch thick)
1/2 cup grated pecorino cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • Heat a medium soup pot over medium heat.
  • Add extra-virgin olive oil, bay, chopped garlic and onions and let them sweat out while you prepare the rest of the veggies.
  • Work next to the stove and drop as you chop, in order of longest cooking time: potatoes, eggplant, zucchini, and bell pepper.
  • Season with salt and pepper, cover and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Uncover and add tomatoes and stock and cook 5 minutes more, to heat through.
  • Turn heat off and stir in basil(we don't use basil here -- instead we add Italian Seasoning and some parsley)
  • Char bread under broiler and rub with cracked garlic then drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil, top with cheese and pepper and return to the broiler for 30 seconds to brown cheese.
  • Serve cheese whole-grain toast with bowls of vegetable stew.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 569, Fat 16.8, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 859.8, Carbohydrate 95.2, Fiber 14.8, Sugar 16.2, Protein 15

Emmilee Childress
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I'm not a big fan of stews, but this one was surprisingly good. The vegetables were cooked perfectly, and the broth was flavorful and satisfying. I served it with a side of rice, and it was a delicious and filling meal.


Leslie Bell
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. The vegetables are disguised in the stew, so they're more likely to eat them. I served it with a side of mashed potatoes, and my kids loved it.


Juliet Muthoni
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This stew is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day. The vegetables are hearty and filling, and the broth is warm and comforting. I served it with a side of crusty bread, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Sherry Hybarger
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This stew is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The vegetables are packed with nutrients, and the broth is flavorful and satisfying. I served it with a side of whole wheat bread, and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Nicole Eddy
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try, and this stew was a great find! The flavors were amazing, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of rice, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Md Mintu Ali
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken. I had some leftover turkey from Thanksgiving, and I threw it in the stew. It turned out great! The turkey added a lot of flavor to the stew, and the vegetables were tender and flavorful.


wilbert Dieujuste
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I made this stew for a party, and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the flavors, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of crusty bread, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Bakht Wali
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This stew is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The vegetables are disguised in the stew, so they're more likely to eat them. I served it with a side of mashed potatoes, and my kids loved it.


OrangeThunder
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I'm not a big fan of stews, but this one was surprisingly good. The vegetables were cooked perfectly, and the broth was flavorful and satisfying. I served it with a side of rice, and it was a delicious and filling meal.


Charlene Marie
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter day. The vegetables are hearty and filling, and the broth is warm and comforting. I served it with a side of cornbread, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Rebbecca Lotts
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some carrots, celery, and potatoes that were about to go bad, so I threw them all in the stew. It turned out great! The vegetables were tender and flavorful, and the broth was rich and sav


Zohra Zaman
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I'm a vegetarian, and I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes. This stew was a great find! The vegetables were perfectly cooked, and the broth was flavorful and satisfying. I served it with a side of quinoa, and it was a delicious and healthy


Syco Syco
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I used frozen vegetables, and it still turned out great. I served it over pasta, and my family loved it.


Hayat Musema
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I made this stew in my slow cooker, and it turned out perfectly. The vegetables were tender and flavorful, and the broth was rich and savory. I served it with crusty bread, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


MAHMOUD SEDDIK
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This stew was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had added more spices. Otherwise, it was a good stew, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.


Ahmed fraz
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I love this stew! It's so versatile, and you can use whatever vegetables you have on hand. I also like that it's not too heavy, so it's a great meal for a light dinner.


Tgqueen Sendo
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This stew was easy to make and packed with flavor. I used a variety of vegetables that I had on hand, and it turned out great. I served it over rice, and it was a perfect meal for a cold night.


Promise Do-good
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I'm not usually a fan of vegetable stews, but this one was surprisingly delicious. The combination of vegetables and spices was perfect, and the stew had a really nice depth of flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


David Keepler
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This vegetable stew was a hit with my family! The flavors were so rich and comforting, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I especially loved the addition of the fresh herbs, which really brightened up the dish.