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Soul-Warming Black Bean Stew with Butternut Squash and Collard Greens

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A hearty and nutritious Black Bean Stew with the earthy flavors of black beans, the sweetness of butternut squash, and the mild bitterness of collard greens, perfect for chilly evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup black beans, soaked and drained
  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
  • 2 cups collard greens, chopped
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Soak the beans: Begin by soaking your black beans overnight. If you’re in a hurry, a quick soak works too!
  2. Prep your veggies: Peel and dice your butternut squash and chop the collard greens, onion, and garlic.
  3. Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the diced onion until translucent.
  4. Add the garlic: Toss in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
  5. Stir in the spices: Add cumin and smoked paprika, stirring for about 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
  6. Add the squash and beans: Stir in diced butternut squash and soaked black beans.
  7. Pour in the vegetable broth: Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for about 20-30 minutes.
  8. Add the collard greens: Stir in the collard greens and let simmer for another 10 minutes.
  9. Season to taste: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
  10. Serve and enjoy: Ladle into bowls and serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.

Notes

For added flavor, garnish with fresh cilantro or a dollop of sour cream. This stew tastes even better the next day!

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Keywords: black bean stew, vegetarian stew, butternut squash, collard greens, comfort food

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