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Cozy Smoky Bean & Potato Stew

A delightful comfort food blending creamy potatoes and hearty black beans in a smoky, savory sauce, perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 large potatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish) Like cilantro or parsley.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Toss in the diced potatoes, black beans, smoked paprika, and cumin. Stir well to combine everything.
  2. Pour in the vegetable broth and diced tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat to low, and cover. Let it simmer for about 30-40 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  3. Once cooked, use a potato masher to slightly break down some of the potatoes for a thicker stew if desired. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Substitutions: Kak black beans with kidney beans or chickpeas if needed. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.