Somerset stew with cheddar and parsley mash Recipe

Name: Somerset stew with cheddar and parsley mash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp oil; 1 onion; 1 clove garlic, finely chopped; 1 large carrot, finely chopped; 1 leek, chopped; 1 tbsp tomato puree; 1 can (400 g) chopped tomato; 1 can (200 g) butter beans, drained; 1 can (400 g) flageolet beans, rinsed and drained; 200 ml dry cider; 250 ml vegetable stock; leaves thyme; 2 sauages (optional); 850 g potatoes; 25 g butter; 75 g extra mature grated cheddar

Servings: persons

1 tbsp oil
1 onion
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 large carrot, finely chopped
1 leek, chopped
1 tbsp tomato puree
1 can (400 g) chopped tomato
1 can (200 g) butter beans, drained
1 can (400 g) flageolet beans, rinsed and drained
200 ml dry cider
250 ml vegetable stock
leaves thyme
2 sauages (optional)
850 g potatoes
25 g butter
75 g extra mature grated cheddar

1
Heat oil in a large pan and fry the onion, garlic, carrot and leak until soft but not coloured.
2
Add the tomato puree, chopped tomatoes, butter beans, flageolet beans, cider, stock and thyme and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the stew has thickened and the veg are tender.
3
Meanwhile if you're using sausages slice each sausage into 3-4 chunks.
4
Heat the olive oil in a frying pan and brown the chunks for five minutes, then stir in an portion of the stew and gently simmer for the remaining cooking time.
5
Peel the potatoes, cut into chunks and boil in slated water for 15 minutes.
6
Drain, return to the pan and mash with a splash of milk, butter and cheddar.

1205

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp oil, 1 onion, 1 clove garlic, finely chopped, 1 large carrot, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Somerset stew with cheddar and parsley mash 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.

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Somerset stew with cheddar and parsley mash

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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