Vegetable Stew With Pasta Recipes

PEASANT PASTA STEW

When I was trying to duplicate a favorite restaurant recipe, I came up with this hearty stew. Pork, pasta, vegetables and beans in a thick tomato broth make it a warm and satisfying supper. My husband and I love the savory Italian flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Peasant Pasta Stew image

Steps:

In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, combine the broth, celery, carrots and onion. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in the V8 juice, tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, pepper and garlic powder. Cover and simmer for 40-45 minutes., Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook pork over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add meat and beans to soup; cover and simmer 30-45 minutes longer or until heated through. Stir in pasta just before serving. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 1169mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups beef broth
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 large carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (46 ounces) V8 juice
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (6 ounces each) Italian tomato paste
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 pound ground pork
3/4 cup kidney beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup medium shell pasta, cooked and drained
Shredded Parmesan cheese

BEEF STEW WITH PASTA

I have happy memories of my mother's tomato-y beef stew, so I combined her recipe with a bunch of fall veggies I needed to use. The result was a fun, fill-you-up dinner. -Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 2h40m

Yield 12 servings (5 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

Beef Stew with Pasta image

Steps:

In a 7-qt. Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat; brown half the beef. Remove from pan. Repeat with additional oil and remaining beef., In same pan, saute carrots and onion in remaining oil until onion is tender, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, pepper, broth, beef and, if desired, parsley; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 1-1/2 hours., Stir in potatoes, beans and cheese; bring to a boil. Stir in pasta. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until beef and vegetables are tender, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in spinach until wilted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 999mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 pounds beef stew meat
4 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cartons (32 ounces each) chicken broth
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, optional
2 pounds potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cubed
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1-1/2 cups uncooked ditalini or other small pasta
2 cups chopped fresh spinach

VEGETABLE STEW

Everyone in my family welcomes a dinner that centers around stew. This particular stew is so colorful you can bring the pot right to the table and serve it from there!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h50m

Yield about 8-10 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

Vegetable Stew image

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, brown meat in oil over medium-high. Add onion and cook until tender; drain. Add the next seven ingredients. Cover and simmer until the meat is tender, about 1 hour. Add cabbage, cauliflower, carrots, celery, beans and parsley; cover and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes. If desired, thicken with cornstarch dissolved in water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 595mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds lean boneless lamb or pork, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 medium leek, sliced
6 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups chopped cabbage
2 to 3 cups cauliflower florets
3 carrots, sliced
1 celery rib, sliced
1 package (9 ounces) frozen cut green beans, thawed
Minced fresh parsley
Cornstarch and water, optional