Tired of the same old Halloween treats? This year, elevate your spooky feast with a hearty and healthy Vegetarian Spooky Stew. It’s a fun and frightful dish that’s perfect for the whole family.
What Makes It Spooky?
- Eyeball Mushrooms: Simple knife work transforms button mushrooms into eerie eyeballs.
- Ghostly Potatoes: Mashed potatoes, piped into ghostly shapes, add a touch of whimsy.
Ingredients:
For the Stew:
- 1 bag vegan crumbles
- 16 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 2-3 cups broth or water
- 1 bag peas
- 8-10 baby bella mushrooms (trim stems short, poke eyes with a straw, and cut a skeletal mouth)
- 2 small white potatoes
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves (or 1 tbsp garlic powder)
- 1 tsp oregano
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
For the Ghostly Potatoes:
- 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and boiled
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil for the vegan version
- 1 cup milk or milk substitute for the vegan version
- Salt and pepper
- Sliced green chives for eyes
Instructions:
- Prep the Stew: Sauté onion and celery in olive oil. Add remaining stew ingredients and simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
- Create the Ghosts: Mash potatoes with butter, milk, salt, and pepper. Pipe into ghost shapes onto a serving platter. Add chives for eyes.
- Assemble the Spooky Scene: Arrange the stew and ghostly potatoes on a platter. Place the eyeball mushrooms strategically for maximum spookiness.
Serve and Enjoy!
This Vegetarian Spooky Stew is a delicious and creative way to celebrate Halloween. It’s a dish that’s both spooky and satisfying.
