Ghent Stew (Gentse Hutspot) Recipe

Name: Ghent Stew (Gentse Hutspot)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless beef shank, in one piece or 1 lb stewing beef; 1/2 lb pig's feet (optional) or 1/2 lb ham hock (optional); 1/2 lb bacon, in one piece if possible; 4 cups beef stock or 4 cups water; 1 teaspoon salt; fresh ground black pepper; 2 bay leaves; 4 cloves; 3 medium carrots, peeled and diced; 2 leeks, cleaned and sliced (dark green parts removed); 3 large stalk celery, diced; 1/2 medium white cabbage, shredded; 4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered

Servings: persons

1 lb boneless beef shank, in one piece or 1 lb stewing beef
1/2 lb pig's feet (optional) or 1/2 lb ham hock (optional)
1/2 lb bacon, in one piece if possible
4 cups beef stock or 4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 bay leaves
4 cloves
3 medium carrots, peeled and diced
2 leeks, cleaned and sliced (dark green parts removed)
3 large stalk celery, diced
1/2 medium white cabbage, shredded
4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered

1
In a large pot or Dutch oven place meats, stock or water, salt, pepper, bay leaves, and cloves and bring to a boil.
2
Skim surface, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 3 hours.
3
Add carrots, leeks, celery and simmer an additional 30 minutes.
4
Add cabbage and potatoes and simmer until potatoes are cooked, about 30 minutes.
5
Remove pigs feet, if using; slice beef and bacon and arrange on a serving platter.
6
Arrange vegetables around meat.
7
Serve stock separately as a gravy.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb boneless beef shank, in one piece or 1 lb stewing beef, 1/2 lb pig's feet (optional) or 1/2 lb ham hock (optional), 1/2 lb bacon, in one piece if possible, 4 cups beef stock or 4 cups water, and more.

Yes, Ghent Stew (Gentse Hutspot) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Ghent Stew (Gentse Hutspot)

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