Hodgepodge Stew Recipes

NOVA SCOTIA HODGE PODGE RECIPE

Steps:

• 1. Blanch vegetables (see timing in notes below). Boil small vegetables (beans, asparagus etc) for 60 seconds, carrots 90 seconds, potatoes 2 minutes. 2. Heat heavy bottomed pot over medium. Add unsalted butter. When melted add vegetables to warm through. 3. Add cornstarch to water and mix thoroughly. 4. Add cream and water. Bring mixture to a boil. Then turn heat down to low to let simmer 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. 5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add chives and dill and serve warm.

HODGE PODGE

Steps:

• Brown ground beef and onions and drain.
• Add other ingredients and simmer.
• Do not drain any of the canned ingredients.
• "Great for crockpots".

NOVA SCOTIAN HODGE PODGE

Steps:

• Place the green beans, wax beans, carrots and turnips into a saucepan and add enough water to cover the vegetables. Lightly salt the water, and bring to a boil. Cook for about 1/2 hour, then add the potatoes and cook for another 1/2 hour. Stir in butter and if desired, cream.
• Mix together the flour and 1/2 cup water, and pour into the soup. Cook for a few more minutes to thicken. Remove from heat and serve hot.

HODGE PODGE

Steps:

• In large saucepan, cook beef and garlic until beef is browned.
• Stir in minestrone soup Add 3 cups water, the celery, worstershire sauce and oregano.
• Simmer, covered for 15 to 20 minutes.
• Makes 12- 14 servings.

NOVA SCOTIAN HODGE PODGE

Steps:

• Place the green beans, wax beans, carrots and turnips into a saucepan and add enough water to cover the vegetables. Lightly salt the water, and bring to a boil. Cook for about 1/2 hour, then add the potatoes and cook for another 1/2 hour. Stir in butter and if desired, cream.
• Mix together the flour and 1/2 cup water, and pour into the soup. Cook for a few more minutes to thicken. Remove from heat and serve hot.