Can You Eat for Covid? | Greek Style White Bean Stew with Professor Robert Thomas

white beans

🥗Healthier: cannellini beans

💰Cheaper: navy beans

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

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a budget-friendly alternative for sautéing.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water

Using water is a cost-effective base, though it may lack depth.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Dried basil can add flavor though not identical to bay leaves.

Chop leeks and celery.

Add chopped leeks and chopped celery to the pot.

Mention that this recipe serves about six people.

Suggest adding orzo, a dried pasta that resembles rice, or a high-fiber alternative like rice pea pasta.

Cook the vegetables until the celery is a little crisp, avoiding a soggy texture.

Continue cooking while discussing the nutritional benefits of the ingredients.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary