Russian Lenten Cuisine

Preparation Prepare the vegetables by chopping the mushrooms, onion, carrots, bell pepper, zucchini, eggplant, and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.

Cooking the Base Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and cook until softened.

Cooking the Vegetables Add the mushrooms, carrots, bell pepper, zucchini, and eggplant to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 10 minutes.

Simmering the Stew Stir in the chopped tomatoes, vegetable broth, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 10-15 minutes until the flavors are well combined.

Serving the Dish Serve the stew over cooked rice and garnish with fresh parsley. Enjoy this hearty and flavorful Russian Lenten dish!