Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 unit

potatoes

peeled and sliced thickly

1 unit

sweet potato

peeled and sliced thickly

2 unit

parsnips

peeled and sliced thickly

2 unit

carrots

peeled and sliced thickly

1 unit

onion

peeled and cut in rings

2 unit

garlic

chopped

6 unit

mushrooms

cleaned and sliced

1 handf

chickpeas

soaked

1 handf

white kidney beans

soaked

1 handf

barley

rinsed

1 can

diced tomatoes

diced

1 tsp

oregano

dried

1 tsp

thyme

dried

1 tsp

rosemary

dried

1 tsp

marjoram

dried

1 cup

Beef-Not

dry

Step 1
~54 min

Peel and thickly slice potatoes, sweet potato, parsnips, and carrots.

Step 2
~54 min

Peel and cut onion into rings, chop garlic, and clean and slice mushrooms.

Step 3
~54 min

Combine sliced vegetables, onion, garlic, mushrooms, chickpeas, kidney beans, barley, and diced tomatoes in a crockpot.

Step 4
~54 min

Add water to cover the vegetables.

Step 5
~54 min

Add oregano, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram (about 1 tsp each).

Step 6
~54 min

Mix well and set the crockpot to low heat.

Step 7
~54 min

Cook on low heat overnight (Thursday night).

Step 8
~54 min

On Friday morning, add about 1 cup of dry Beef-Not and mix well.

Step 9
~54 min

Continue cooking until the Beef-Not is thoroughly cooked and the water is well absorbed.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Soak the beans and chickpeas overnight for better texture.

Adjust the amount of water based on your desired consistency.

Add a tablespoon of smoked paprika for a smoky flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Yes, ideal for making ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with challah bread.

Accompany with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Challah bread
Kugel
Cucumber Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Eastern Europe

Cultural Significance

Traditional Shabbat dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Shabbat
Jewish holidays

Occasion Tags

Shabbat dinner
Holiday meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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