Hearty Autumn Pear and Bean Stew

Hearty Autumn Pear and Bean Stew

90 mins
medium
4 servings

A flavorful and satisfying stew featuring tender pears, hearty beans, and savory smoked meats. Perfect for a cozy autumn evening.

AutumnStewVegetarian

Equipment Needed

  • Large Pot

Ingredients

  • 600.00 gPotatoes(Russet or Yukon Gold recommended)
  • 800.00 gGreen Beans(Fresh, trimmed)
  • 2.00 mediumOnions(Finely chopped)
  • 8.00 pcsSmall Cooking Pears(Anjou or Bosc recommended)
  • 250.00 gSmoked Bacon(Cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 300.00 gPork Loin(Cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 4.00 sprigsFresh Thyme(Freshly chopped)
  • Salt and Pepper(To taste)
  • 1.00 pcsBay Leaf(Dried)

Instructions

1

In a large pot, combine water, onions, bay leaf, bacon, and pork loin. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes.

Estimated time: 45 minutes

2

While the meat simmers, peel and dice the potatoes.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Trim and halve the green beans.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Peel the pears.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Add the potatoes and green beans to the pot.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Season with salt and pepper.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

7

Simmer for another 30 minutes.

Estimated time: 30 minutes

8

Add the pears and simmer for 15 minutes more.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

9

Stir in fresh thyme during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

10

Serve hot and enjoy!

Estimated time: 1 minutes