Winter Warmers: Boerewors and butternut hot pot

boerewors

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Chicken sausage is leaner, while pork sausage is more affordable.

butternut squash

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: pumpkin

Zucchini is lower in calories, and pumpkin is often less expensive.

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

Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add sliced boerewors and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in diced butternut squash, carrots, and potatoes; cook for 2-3 minutes.

Pour in vegetable stock and add bay leaves, thyme, black pepper, and salt.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.

Stir in paprika, parsley, lemon juice, and chili flakes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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