Hearty and Healthy Squash Stew

This delicious and nutritious squash stew is the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings. Made with a variety of seasonal vegetables, aromatic herbs, and savory spices, this stew will warm you up from the inside out. It's also a great way to use up any excess squash from your garden or local farmers market. Serve it with crusty bread for a satisfying meal that will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 medium zucchini, diced
• 2 yellow squash, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened.
3. Add carrots, celery, zucchini, yellow squash, and red bell pepper to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, thyme, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to simmer for 20-25 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

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