Quick Winter Stew
Contributed by: News Canada
Nurture your family with a savoury autumn stew
(NC) - What could be more soul-warming when it gets chilly outside than a generous, full-flavoured stew? Its hearty aroma fills the house with welcome and the promise of a laidback meal that will stick to the ribs. Knorr Classic Sauce Mixes (www.knorr.ca) make it easy to whip up hearty stews in less time.
Start out your family with this simple stew rich with generous chunks of meat and aromatic vegetables in a rich sauce.
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 lb boneless pork loin or leg, cut in narrow strips
- 1 3/4 cup water
- 1 pkg Knorr Demi-Glace Sauce Mix
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp dried thyme (optional)
- 3 cups cubed (1/2 inch, 1 cm) mixed vegetables (e.g. carrot, potato, cauliflower, winter squash, turnip, parsnip)
- chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Directions:
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add pork and stir fry until golden brown; remove and set aside. Reduce heat. Add water, whisk in Knorr Demi-Glace Sauce mix, mustard, and thyme and bring to a boil, whisking constantly. Stir in vegetables; cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
Return pork to skillet and heat through. Serve, sprinkled with parsley if desired, and with a hearty multi-grain bread.
Tip:
Substitute lean beef or lamb for pork. As an extra time saver, substitute frozen mixed vegetable pieces for fresh vegetables; cook 5 minutes or until tender.
