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45 hearty stews and casseroles

Warm and comforting.
ITALIAN VEAL CASSEROLE

When the weather cools down, we naturally turn to heartier, more comforting food. At the top of our list? A warming winter stew or casserole.

Simple to make and packed with rich, delicious flavours, these hearty stew and casserole recipes are like being hugged from inside.

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chicken cassoulet

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Chicken cassoulet

Chicken cassoulet

This classic French stew contains hearty haricot beans, sausages and chicken is full of fresh vegetables and is beautiful served with crusty bread.

Beef and red wine casserole

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Beef and red wine casserole

Beef and red wine casserole

The ultimate rich and comforting winter meal idea. Slow cooked until tender with bold flavours of red wine, cinnamon and hearty carrots.

Sausage casserole

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Sausage casserole

Sausage casserole

This classic family favourite ready in twenty minutes and best served with creamy mashed potatoes. Add in some greens for a perfectly-balanced meal.

Vegetable cassoulet

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Vegetable cassoulet

Our vegetarian cassoulet is a rich comfort meal. A rich slow-cooked casserole full of hearty beans, plenty of veg in a tomato sauce and bread topping

LAMB AND APRICOT TAGINE

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Lamb and apricot tagine pressure cooker

Lamb and apricot tagine pressure cooker

Get tender, succulent lamb without having to wait with this pressure cooker recipe. Sweet apricots contrast beautifully and a touch of almond crunch

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Quick salami and olive chicken cacciatore

This chicken cacciatore with tomatoes, onions, and a dash of wine will be ready in under an hour. We’ve added salami and olives for extra flavour.

ITALIAN VEAL CASSEROLE

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Italian veal casserole

This luscious veal casserole is simmered with olive and tomato until the meat is incredibly tender. Lemon and parsley give it a bright finish.

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Irish stew with carrot-top salsa verde

Irish stew with carrot-top salsa verde

We top off this meaty Irish stew by using the carrot tops in our salsa verde to adds a nice fresh element and stop them ending up in the bin.

ROAST CHICKEN WITH CHORIZO & CHICK PEA STEW

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Roast chicken with chorizo & chickpea stew

Roast chicken with chorizo & chickpea stew

Roast chicken served with luxurious smokey and spicy chorizo and chickpea stew. A simple meal with minimal effort. Can be made 8 hours ahead

beef stew and casserole recipes

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Slow-cooker beef, mushroom and red wine stew

Slow-cooker beef, mushroom and red wine stew

Warm, hearty and packed with mushrooms and bacon, this beef stew is slow-cooked in a fragrant red wine sauce to tender perfection.

COQ AU VIN

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Coq au vin

Coq au vin

This coq au vin recipe is an authentic way to cook the classic French stew. Richly flavoured with bacon, mushroom, garlic, and wine – it’s a true comfort dish.

CHORIZO AND CHICKPEA STEW

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Chorizo and chickpea stew

Chorizo and chickpea stew

Inspired by New Orleans gumbo this nourishing stew of full of spicy chorizo and soft chickpeas. Perfect with fresh baby spinach leaves

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Basil, chickpea vegetable stew

Basil, chickpea vegetable stew

This vegie-packed stew with basil pesto is cooked low and slow in the slow cooker for full flavour and tender chickpeas. Verjuice adds an extra tang

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Beef Carbonnade (Flemish stew) slow cooker

Beef Carbonnade (Flemish stew) slow cooker

This classic Belgian beef stew is known for tender beef cooked in a rich beer-based sauce. We’ve used Belgian style dark beer for a hearty flavour.

Lemon chicken casserole

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Lemon chicken casserole

Lemon chicken casserole

Serve this delicious saucy dish with flavourful rice and a crisp green salad.

ham hock with lentils

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Ham hock with lentils

Ham hock with lentils

Smoky saltiness of ham hock and the hearty goodness of lentils and fresh veg cooked in the pressure cooker for tender meat, in under an hour.

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Verjuice chicken and leek stew

Verjuice chicken and leek stew

If you like recipes with loads of flavors, this verjuice chicken and leek stew is the answer. You’ll love the highly acidic flavour verjuice provides.

brazilian feijoada

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Brazilian feijoada

Brazilian feijoada

This hearty black bean and mixed meat stew is often called the national dish of Brazil.

Classic beef stew with dumplings

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Classic beef stew with dumplings

Classic beef stew with dumplings

This dish is winter in a pot. Hearty and warming, packed with beef and bacon and topped with cheesy dumplings, the family will be asking for seconds.

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Provencal beef stew

Provencal beef stew

This classic French braised beef, red wine, and vegetable stew is simple and delicious.

Osso buco recipe

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Osso buco with gremolata

Osso buco with gremolata

Osso buco is traditionally made from cross-cut veal shins which results in the characteristic ring of bone central to each piece.

Chicken cacciatore

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Baked chicken cacciatore

Baked chicken cacciatore

Splurge a little with this hearty Italian classic. Succulent chicken baked in a rich white wine and tomato sauce with salty kalamata olives and herbs.

PORK BELLY AND CHORIZO STEW

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Pork belly and chorizo stew

Pork belly and chorizo stew

Hungarian chicken recipe

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Hungarian chicken

Hungarian chicken

With a classic, paprika-spiced chicken goulash that’s made even more comforting with a side of creamy potato mash and toasted bread, this hearty Hungarian dish will become a winter favourite in no time!

spicy seafood bouillabaisse

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Spicy seafood bouillabaisse

Spicy seafood bouillabaisse

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Beef stroganoff

Comfort food at its best – this rich and creamy beef stroganoff will have you coming back for seconds.

beef bourguignon

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Boeuf bourguignon

This popular dish has stood the test of time. Beef Bourguignon (Bœuf Bourgignon in French) is a world wide loved classic for a reason.

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Slow-cooker coq au vin

Slow-cooker coq au vin

This traditional French chicken, bacon and mushroom stew is made even more flavoursome when cooked overnight in a slow-cooker.

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Hungarian veal goulash

Rich with the distinctive flavours of paprika and sour cream, this Hungarian goulash makes for a hearty and delicious meal.

Fish stew with saffron, tomato and wine

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Fish stew with saffron, tomato and wine

Fish stew with saffron, tomato and wine

easy lamb and bean casserole

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Easy lamb and bean casserole

Easy lamb and bean casserole

beef casserole with cheesy herb dumplings

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Beef casserole with cheesy herb dumplings

Beef casserole with cheesy herb dumplings

Stay cosy indoors this weekend with this hearty, slow-cooked beef casserole topped with dumplings. A side order of mash and greens completes the meal.

fish, white bean and tomato stew

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Fish, white bean and tomato stew

Fish, white bean and tomato stew

lamb tagine with sweet prunes

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Lamb tagine with sweet prunes

Lamb tagine with sweet prunes

slow-cooker osso buco with mixed mushrooms

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Slow-cooked osso buco with mixed mushrooms

Slow-cooked osso buco with mixed mushrooms**

Italian-style slow-cooked osso bucco that will melt in your mouth.

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Chorizo and chickpea stew

Smoky and delicious baked chorizo and chickpea stew from Australian Women’s Weekly.

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Italian bean stew

Warm, hearty and packed full of veggies, this tasty Italian bean stew is a real family favourite for cool Winter evenings. It’s also vegetarian friendly and full of nutrients!

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Smoky chickpea stew

Smoky chickpea stew

Conjure images of India with this colourful vegetarian stew. Cooked in paprika, this spicy dish will invigorate the senses from the smokey capsicum to the tiny chickpeas.

BEEF TAGINE WITH SPINACH AND OLIVES

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Beef tagine with spinach and olives

Take your beef stew to the next level with this delicious beef, spinach and olive tagine.

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Chicken and chorizo stew

Packed full of protein and flavour, this hearty chicken and chorizo stew is brilliant on a cool evening for a tasty family dinner without the hassle.

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Lamb neck chop and lentil stew with kumara carrot mash

This thick, hearty lamb neck chop and lentil stew is brilliant served with a dollop of creamy kumara carrot mash. It’s the perfect combination of flavours for a warming family dinner.

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Pork, mushroom and marsala stew

Hot, thick and hearty, this glorious pork, mushroom and marsala stew makes the ultimate comfort food for a cool Winter evening. Scoop yourself a bowl straight out of the pot, and enjoy with a slice of crusty bread.

Chicken, asparagus and pea casserole

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Chicken, asparagus and pea casserole

Chicken, asparagus and pea casserole

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Spanish seafood stew with aioli

Packed full of beautifully fresh seafood, this hearty Spanish stew is the ultimate comfort food for cooler evenings with the family.

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Beef and barley stew

This hearty beef and barley stew is a great recipe to cook while camping; swap the saucepan for a camp oven and cook over hot coals.

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