This wonderful fall stew is truly a "throw it in a pot and you're done" meal; it accompanies the muffulettas nicely. Use bigger bowls if this will be a main course.
Recipe by Rori Trovato; photo by Luca Trovato
| 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut in 1/4-inch pieces; 2 cups | 8 small mushrooms sliced, about 1 1/2 cups | |
| 1 pound small baby potatoes, cut in half (about 2 cups) | 3 cloves garlic, chopped | |
| 1 small onion, cut into small dice | 2 vegetable bouillon cubes | |
| 2 stalks celery, cut into small dice | 6 cups water | |
| 2 large carrots, cut in half lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices |
In a large pot, combine all the ingredients
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 25 minutes
Season with salt and pepper to taste
It's best made a day in advance, reheated and kept in thermoses for transportation
Serve hot in small ceramic cups.