Budget Stew Variations

Steady home cooking that stretches every dollar. Same as fixing a joint right the first time—no waste, no fuss.

Core Base (Feeds 6 for ~$12)

• 2 lbs chuck roast or chicken thighs, cubed
• 3 carrots, 2 onions, 4 potatoes—local when possible
• 1 qt broth, salt, pepper, bay leaf

Winter Root Swap

Trade spuds for parsnips or turnips when prices dip. Slow simmer 3 hours, tastes richer and holds heat longer on the stove.

Portion Ledger

• Day 1: Full bowls with bread
• Day 2: Thicken leftovers into pot pie filling
• Day 3: Freeze half for next cold snap—label jars clear

Double-check the simmer so nothing sticks. Old Dutch oven still does the job better than any gadget.

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