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Trumpet Mushroom, White Bean, and Gnocchi Stew

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  • Makes 16 cups
  • Serving size: 4 cups
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Looking for a tasty trumpet mushroom recipe that’s not fussy and has a modest ingredient list? Ready in just 40 minutes, this hunger-busting mushroom and gnocchi stew makes excellent use of minimally processed whole-food ingredients, such as canned tomatoes and beans, prepared gnocchi, and store-bought mirepoix (a mix of sauteed onion, celery, and carrots). Umami-rich trumpet mushrooms add rich savory flavor to the broth, while the herbaceous notes of rosemary and oregano don’t go unnoticed (dried herbs are fine if you don’t have fresh). Gnocchi may be an unexpected addition to stews, but it contributes heft and a pleasant chewiness. Add white beans for extra protein and fiber, and you have a truly satisfying meal the whole family will enjoy.

Tips

Mushroom swap: If you don’t have trumpet mushrooms, feel free to use another variety of mushrooms, such as button, cremini, or portobello.

Gluten-free version: To make this gluten-free, use gluten-free gnocchi.

Make your own mirepoix: The formula for making your own is 2 parts chopped onion to 1 part each diced celery and diced carrot. For this recipe, you need 1 cup chopped onion plus ½ cup each of diced carrot and celery.

Where to buy mirepoix: Trader Joe’s sells it fresh in 14.5-oz. tubs, and you can find it fresh near the bagged greens at many supermarkets. Cascadian Farm, Kroger, and other stores sell it frozen.

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By Laura Marzen, RD, LD,

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh or frozen mirepoix (10 to 12 oz.)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 to 1½ lb. fresh trumpet mushrooms
  • 8 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano, crushed, or 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed, or 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
  • 2 15-oz. cans no-salt-added white beans, rinsed and drained (3 cups)
  • 1 16-oz. package whole grain gnocchi
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into thin bite-size pieces
  • 1 14.5-oz. can no-salt-added fire-roasted or regular diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  • In a 6-quart pot cook mirepoix and garlic over medium 6 to 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally and adding water, 1 to 2 tablespoons at a time, as needed to prevent sticking.
  • Meanwhile, cut tops off mushrooms. Thinly slice mushroom tops and cut stems crosswise into 1-inch-thick pieces. Set sliced tops aside.
  • Add mushroom stems, broth, and dried oregano and rosemary (if using dried) to pot. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 10 minutes or until mushrooms are softened.
  • Add beans, gnocchi, bell pepper, and mushroom tops to pot. Return to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, 5 to 7 minutes or until mushrooms and gnocchi are tender. Stir in tomatoes; cook 1 minute or until heated through. Just before serving, stir in fresh oregano and rosemary (if using fresh) and the vinegar.
Nutritional Information:

Per serving (4 cups): 479 calories, 93 g carbohydrates, 20 g protein, 2 g total fat, 0 g saturated fat, 0 g cholesterol, 716 mg sodium, 19 g fiber, 12 g sugar

Note: Nutritional information is provided as an estimate only.

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Headshot of recipe developer and nutritionist Laura Marzen by Theresa Schumacher Photography

About the Author

Laura Marzen, RD, LD

Laura Marzen, RD, LD, is known for developing approachable recipes using her attention to detail and relying on two decades of experience creating and testing recipes. She created and tested recipes while working in the Better Homes & Gardens test kitchen for over seven years. Since then, she has gone on to develop more than 1,000 recipes for national magazines. In addition to her work developing recipes, Marzen uses her passion for healthy eating to coach women on improving their digestion and health in a way that's practical and sustainable. She has consulted for authors Rocco DiSpirito and Joy Bauer and has appeared on both local and national news and television programs on behalf of Better Homes & Gardens and Living the Country Life. With her work coaching women to improve their health, Marzen has extensive knowledge on the topics of digestion, metabolism, inflammation and IBS. Marzen earned a B.S. degree in dietetics from Iowa State University. She followed that with a dietetic internship and classes in public health at the University of Iowa through the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Learn more on her website. Photo by Theresa Schumacher Photography
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