Summer Vegetable Stew (Printable Version)

A vibrant medley of summer vegetables in a creamy broth, seasoned with sage and versatile enough for optional protein additions.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base Vegetables

01 - ½ cup diced onion
02 - 2 teaspoons minced garlic
03 - 2 cups diced potatoes
04 - 2 cups diced carrots
05 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
06 - 2 large tomatoes, peeled and diced (or 1 can diced tomatoes)

→ Liquids and Seasonings

07 - 2 tablespoons butter
08 - 1 can (414ml) chicken broth
09 - 1 can (414ml) corn, undrained
10 - ½ teaspoon rubbed sage
11 - ½ teaspoon all-purpose seasoning
12 - 1 can (354ml) evaporated milk
13 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch

→ Optional Additions

14 - 1 cup diced chicken or ham
15 - ½ cup Parmesan cheese, for topping

# Steps To Follow:

01 - Dice the onion and garlic, chop the potatoes and carrots, slice the zucchini, and prepare the tomatoes.
02 - In a large stockpot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until translucent.
03 - Stir in potatoes and carrots; cook for about five minutes.
04 - Pour in chicken broth; cover and simmer for about 15 minutes.
05 - Add zucchini, tomatoes, corn, optional proteins, and seasonings. Heat through for another 10–15 minutes.
06 - Mix evaporated milk with cornstarch and stir into the pot. Simmer for an additional ten minutes.

# Notes and Tips:

01 - This stew combines summer vegetables in a creamy broth that can be customized with optional proteins.