Dartmouth Village Red Bean Stew Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Beans

   Soak the red beans in water for at least 6 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse before using.

2. 2

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.

3. 3

   Add Garlic and Spices

   Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

4. 4

   Combine Ingredients

   Add the soaked red beans, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, and bay leaf to the pot. Stir well to combine.

5. 5

   Simmer the Stew

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let simmer for about 45-60 minutes, or until the beans are tender.

6. 6

   Finish with Spinach

   Once the beans are tender, stir in the chopped spinach and let cook for an additional 5 minutes until wilted.

7. 7

   Serve

   Remove the bay leaf and stir in the chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your hearty red bean stew!