Cozy day recipe: potato & sausage stew
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Filling, warming, and easy to digest. Perfect for recharging after fasting.
It's Stew Season
When the temperatures drop, our craving for warm, nourishing meals rises. And what’s better than a steaming bowl of stew after a long walk? Our potato stew with Viennese sausages is simple, tasty, and satisfying – perfect for cold days.
Ingredients (serves 4):
800 g (1.75 lbs) starchy potatoes
3 carrots
½ celery root
1 leek
1 onion
1 tbsp oil or a bit of butter
1 liter vegetable broth
4 Viennese sausages (or tofu sausages/legumes)
Salt, pepper, nutmeg
Fresh parsley
Instructions:
1. Peel and chop the vegetables. Wash leek thoroughly and slice into rings.
2. Sauté onion in oil, add other vegetables, and cook briefly.
3. Pour in the broth and let simmer for about 25 minutes until everything is tender.
4. Lightly mash about a third of the stew for a creamy texture.
5. Slice the sausages and let them warm through in the stew for 5 minutes.
6. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Garnish with parsley and enjoy!
Tip: A splash of lemon juice adds a touch of freshness and balances the hearty flavor.
Variations to Suit Every Lifestyle
Vegan: Use tofu sausages or lentils instead of meat
Low Carb: Replace part of the potatoes with rutabaga or celery root
High Protein: Add chickpeas, beans, or seitan for extra protein
Note: The stew often tastes even better the next day – perfect for meal prep!
Why This Stew Is So Good for You
Whether after fasting, a long workday, or a brisk walk – this stew is exactly what your body needs:
Potatoes provide long-lasting energy
Carrots, celery & leek offer fiber, vitamins & minerals
Sausages or plant-based alternatives add protein & flavor
The broth hydrates and warms you from the inside
Tip: Save this recipe directly in the app to add it to your fasting meal plan!
Why This Stew Fits Perfectly with Fastic
This stew isn’t just delicious – it’s ideal for your fasting routine. After a fasting window, your body needs nutrient-rich, warming, and easily digestible food – and this recipe delivers. The mix of complex carbs, vitamins, and protein helps you refill your energy stores the healthy way.
In the Fastic app, you not only track your ideal fasting window, but also discover recipes like this one that perfectly match your rhythm. You’ll get nutrition tips, track your progress, and learn how to eat mindfully.
Potato stew is not only a classic of German cuisine but also a true feel-good recipe for cold days. Whether traditional or with a modern twist – it warms you, nourishes you, and simply feels good.
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Enjoy your meal!
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