Savory Stew & Brown Rice

Karissa’s Savory Stew with Basmati Brown Rice

1 Tb olive oil

1/2 c onion chopped

2 celery stalks

2 carrots

Saute 7-10 min. Then add

4 cloves garlic

2 1/2 c pinto beans

1 can diced tomatoes

3 c butternut squash peeled and diced 

2 sprigs rosemary and 8 sprigs thyme and 1 Tb sage

4 chicken broth

1/2 tsp pepper

1/8-1/4 red pepper flakes

bring to boil then simmer till squash is almost soft. Then add

1/2 c almond butter

2-3 c chopped kale

continue to simmer until kale is cooked

discard stems of thyme and rosemary. Serve with basmati brown rice.

Used these 3recipes for inspiration: 

http://www.melissas.com/Recipes/Recipes/Soups/Pinto-Bean-Tomato-and-Butternut-

Squash-Soup.aspx

http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/butternut-squash-soup

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