Autumn Harvest Brunswick Stew with Roasted Root Vegetables
As the leaves don their autumnal hues and the air takes on a crisp quality, the soul yearns for meals that offer solace and warmth. This season, let’s take a new approach to a Southern classic, infusing it with a touch of fall's finest produce.
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About this recipe:
Bid farewell to the everyday and discover a Brunswick Stew that marries the coziness of Southern comfort food with the earthiness of autumn's root vegetables. Slow-cooked to perfection, this reinvented dish wraps you in a blanket of flavor that satisfies on every level.
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Autumn Harvest Brunswick Stew with Roasted Root Vegetables
Yield: 8 servings
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Ingredients:
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
1 lb pork shoulder, cut into bite-size pieces
4 cups chicken broth
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
2 large parsnips, peeled and diced
2 large turnips, peeled and diced
1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 large yellow onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons avocado oil
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions:
Roast Vegetables: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Toss parsnips, turnips, and sweet potato in avocado oil and spread them on a baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes.
Brown the Meat: While vegetables are roasting, heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken and pork pieces, browning them in batches. Remove and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, and red bell pepper until softened.
Add Meat and Broth: Return the browned chicken and pork to the pot. Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, thyme, and smoked paprika. Bring to a simmer.
Incorporate Roasted Vegetables: Add the roasted root vegetables to the pot.
Simmer: Cover and simmer on low for 45 minutes, allowing all the flavors to meld together.
Season and Garnish: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 410
Protein: 30g
Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 6g
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 620mg
Additional Information:
For a more intense flavor, you can marinate the chicken and pork in a mix of thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper for at least 2 hours before cooking.
Please note that the nutrition information provided is an estimate based on the ingredients used and may vary depending on any modifications or substitutions made.
Dive into a bowl of this delectable Brunswick Stew, a hearty medley that offers a culinary hug with every spoonful. Relish the comfort of the South intertwined with the rustic flavors of fall, making it a go-to dish for the season.