Traditional Maritime Hodge Podge
This family recipe for hodge podge stew features a soul-warming combination of beans, potatoes, and carrots cooked in a savory bacon-flavored broth.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Cook bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate, then crumble and set aside.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in onion and garlic; cook and stir until garlic has softened and onion begins to turn golden brown, about 8 minutes. Scrape mixture into a small bowl. Remove garlic clove, mash, and return to the bowl.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Place beans and carrots into the same pot. Pour in chicken broth and enough water to just cover the vegetables; season with salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Stir in potatoes and cook until tender, about 30 minutes. Stir in garlic-onion mixture, cream, and remaining 4 tablespoons butter; return to a simmer.'}
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{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Dissolve flour in 1/2 cup water and stir into the soup. Cook and stir until soup has thickened, 10 to 15 minutes. Serve with crumbled bacon.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (6 servings total)