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Colorful Family Stew: This hearty vegetable stew combines crisp root vegetables with creamy cream cheese for a warming meal. The combination of earthy potatoes, sweet carrots, and savory meat sausage makes this stew a satisfying family dish.
In my kitchen, this stew is the absolute favorite for cold days. The combination of different vegetables convinces even small vegetable skeptics.
Carefully Selected Ingredients
- Potatoes: Waxy for best texture
- Carrots: Fresh for sweet note
- Meat sausage: Savory for depth of flavor
- Cream cheese: Makes the soup creamy
- Parsley: Fresh for aroma
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Detailed Preparation
- Vegetable Preparation:
- Dice evenly. Finely chop onions. Slice carrots diagonally. Don't cut potatoes too small.
- Foundation:
- Sauté onions until translucent. Lightly sauté root vegetables. Develop flavors. Add broth.
- Cooking Process:
- Cook vegetables until crisp-tender. Add sausage later. Stir in cream cheese. Add herbs fresh.
- Finalization:
- Check consistency. Adjust seasonings. Sprinkle parsley. Serve hot.
In my family, this stew is especially popular with the children. The creamy texture and colorful appearance make it particularly appealing.
Perfect Accompaniments
- Serve the stew with fresh farmhouse bread
- A dollop of sour cream adds extra creaminess
- Freshly ground black pepper enhances the flavor
- For extra freshness, chopped parsley is suitable for sprinkling
Creative Variations
- Parsnips and celery bring new flavors
- Different types of sausage create variety
- A vegetarian version with smoked tofu is equally convincing
- For spice lovers, chorizo is suitable
Optimal Storage
- The stew keeps in the refrigerator for up to three days
- When reheating, add some broth if needed
- Freezing in portions is ideal
- Warm gently before serving
Time-Saving Preparation
- Vegetables can be cut the day before
- Store potatoes in water
- This organization makes preparation even faster
- Timing is crucial for the perfect vegetable consistency
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Healthy Adaptations
- The amount of cream cheese can be reduced
- More vegetable varieties increase the nutritional value
- A version without sausage becomes lower in calories
- These variations make the dish even healthier
After many years of experience with various stew recipes, this version has proven to be the perfect balance between effort and taste. The combination of crisp vegetables and creamy broth makes this dish a popular family meal. I find it particularly fascinating how the cream cheese makes the consistency so wonderfully creamy.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I use frozen vegetables?
- Yes, peas and corn from the freezer work well. You may need to extend the cooking time slightly.
- → Is the stew suitable for pre-cooking?
- Yes, it even tastes better reheated. Keeps in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
- → Can I use other sausages?
- Yes, wiener sausages or other cooked sausages are also suitable.
- → How do I make the stew vegetarian?
- Omit the sausage or replace with vegetarian alternatives. The stew is also very filling without sausage.
- → Why add cream cheese?
- The cream cheese makes the stew creamier and more rounded in flavor.