Mission Ridge Winter Vegetable Stew with Root Herbs
A hearty winter stew featuring seasonal root vegetables and fresh herbs simmered to tender perfection, ideal for chilly days. This american-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 55 minutes pairs carrots, peeled and chopped, parsnips, peeled and chopped, russet potatoes, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup parsnips, peeled and chopped
- 2 cups russet potatoes, diced
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary sprigs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 large diced yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 2 cups chopped carrots, 1 cup chopped parsnips, and 2 cups diced russet potatoes to the pot. Stir to combine and cook for 3 minutes.
- Step 3: Pour in 4 cups vegetable broth, add 3 sprigs fresh thyme, 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, 1 bay leaf, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes until vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 5: Remove thyme, rosemary sprigs, and bay leaf. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Step 6: Ladle stew into bowls and garnish each serving with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Mission Ridge Winter Vegetable Stew with Root Herbs take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Mission Ridge Winter Vegetable Stew with Root Herbs?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep carrots, peeled and chopped from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Mission Ridge Winter Vegetable Stew with Root Herbs?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Mission Ridge Winter Vegetable Stew with Root Herbs for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Mission Ridge Winter Vegetable Stew with Root Herbs vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
