Bulgarian White Beans Stew recipe

white beans

🥗Healthier: cannellini beans

💰Cheaper: navy beans

Navy beans are often less expensive and still provide a similar texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Sunflower oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Using water with seasoning can save costs while still adding flavor.

smoked paprika

🥗Healthier: regular paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne is often cheaper and adds a different kind of heat.

Soak white beans in plenty of water overnight.

Drain and rinse the soaked beans.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped carrots and sweet peppers until softened.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until combined.

Stir in the drained beans and add water.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until beans are tender.

Add paprika, salt, and stir in fresh herbs just before serving.

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