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A Comforting One-Pot Meal

Spelt and root vegetable stew is filling, warming, and easy to prepare. The spelt cooks until tender and adds body to the broth. Root vegetables bring natural sweetness and depth. This stew suits cooler days and slow meals. It uses simple ingredients and one pot.

Why This Stew Works

Spelt absorbs flavour while keeping its shape. Root vegetables soften without breaking down. The broth stays rich without needing cream. The stew improves in flavour after resting. It stores and reheats well.

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Spelt and Root Vegetable Stew

Author: Valentina Cuisine: British Courses: Dinner Recipe Keys: R root vegetable stew S spelt stew V vegan stew W winter comfort food

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 mins Total Time 15 mins

Servings: 4

Dietary:

V Vegan

Description

A hearty spelt and root vegetable stew made with carrots, parsnips, potatoes, and herbs. This one-pot meal is warming, filling, and easy to prepare. Ideal for batch cooking, cold evenings, and simple family dinners.

Ingredients

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Servings

Stew Base

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

Vegetables

• 2 carrots (diced)
• 2 parsnips (diced)
• 2 medium potatoes (diced)
• 1 small swede (diced)

Grains & Liquid

• 120 g pearled spelt (rinsed)
• 1.2 litres vegetable stock

Seasoning

• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

Cook onion.

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft.

Add garlic.

1. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Add vegetables.

1. Add carrots, parsnips, potatoes, and swede. Stir to coat.

Add spelt and stock.

1. Add spelt, stock, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.

Simmer.

1. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 40–45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Check texture.

1. Spelt should be tender and vegetables soft.

Rest.

1. Remove bay leaf and rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 360kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Saturated Fat 1g5%

Sodium 480mg20%

Potassium 720mg21%

Total Carbohydrate 62g21%

Dietary Fiber 10g40%

Sugars 9g

Protein 12g24%

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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Additional Notes

• Pearled spelt cooks faster than whole spelt.
• Add extra stock if the stew thickens too much.

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Optional Substitutions & Variations

• Add leeks or celery for extra depth.
• Use sweet potato instead of swede.
• Add beans for more protein.
• Stir in fresh parsley before serving.

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Storage & Make-Ahead Tips

• Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freeze for up to 2 months.
• Reheat gently on the hob with extra stock.

Keywords: spelt stew, root vegetable stew, vegan stew, winter comfort food