THICK ITALIAN WINTER STEW WITH VERMICELLI

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This hearty meatless stew is comfort food for a wintery day.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup 1-inch pieces uncooked vermicelli or small pasta shells (2 ounces)
4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped (1 cup)
1/2 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium zucchini, cut lengthwise in half, then thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with garlic, oregano and basil, undrained
1 can (14 ounces) beef or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 can (15 to 16 ounces) red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook and drain vermicelli as directed on package; cover to keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, spray 4-quart Dutch oven with cooking spray. Add 1 teaspoon of the oil; heat over medium-high heat. Add onions and bell pepper; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in zucchini, tomatoes, broth and Italian seasoning. Heat to boiling over high heat. Stir in kidney beans; return just to boiling. Reduce heat to medium; cook 10 minutes.
  • Add cooked vermicelli, parsley and remaining 3 teaspoons oil to stew; stir gently to mix.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 10 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 820 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

Maga G
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This stew was a bit too thick for my taste, but the flavors were good. I think I would add more liquid next time.


Mirza Taimoor
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Amazing. I had to share it with friends


Tahlia obrien
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best dish ever! i love it so much that i could eat it everyday


Bm Sahagalal
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I'm not a huge fan of stews, but this one was actually pretty good. The flavors were well-balanced and the vermicelli added a nice touch. I would definitely make this again.


Luis.s
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This stew was easy to make and very flavorful. I used a variety of vegetables, including carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes, and they all cooked perfectly. The beef was also very tender. I served the stew over egg noodles, and it was a hit with my


Bonnie Buttrill
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my stew turned out a little too salty. I think I might have added too much salt. Next time, I will be sure to taste the stew before adding more salt.


Chaotic Chaos
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This stew was delicious! The beef was fall-apart tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The vermicelli added a nice touch of texture and flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Dua Gull
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This stew was a bit too thick for my taste, but the flavors were good. I think I would add more liquid next time.


Felix Basketball
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I'm not a huge fan of stews, but this one was actually pretty good. The flavors were well-balanced and the vermicelli added a nice touch. I would definitely make this again.


Gennifer Noel
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This stew was easy to make and very flavorful. I used a variety of vegetables, including carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes, and they all cooked perfectly. The beef was also very tender. I served the stew over mashed potatoes, and it was a hit wit


Mike Money
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my stew turned out a little bland. I think I might have added too much water. Next time, I will be sure to taste the stew before adding more liquid.


Flavio Flavio
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This stew was absolutely delicious! The beef was tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. The vermicelli added a nice touch of texture and flavor. I will definitely be making this stew again.


Lethabo Ntlatleng
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I made this stew for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! The flavors were so rich and complex, and the vermicelli cooked up perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make Italian stew.


samrawit tesema
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This stew was hearty and flavorful, and the vermicelli added a nice touch of texture. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it, and I will definitely be making it again.