Medieval Pottage Stew

Step 1

Peel and chop all vegetables

Step 2

Add carrots, parsnips, onions, and turnips to a large stew pot with about 1/4 cup veg broth

Step 3

Saute for 10 minutes or until softened

Step 4

Add mushrooms, leeks, cabbage, and beans and simmer for an additional 5 minutes

Step 5

Add broth, seasoning, and wine and stir well

Step 6

Bring to a boil, lower heat, and cover.  Simmer for 30 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in barley and oats and continue simmering, uncovered, for an additional 20 minutes or until grains are cooked

Step 8

Stir in vinegar, remove bay leaf, adjust seasonings, and serve