“Three Sisters” Stew

Name: “Three Sisters” Stew
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 large butternut squash (or sugar pumpkin, about 2 pounds; or use pre-cut squash); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion (medium, chopped); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 1 bell pepper (medium, green or red, cut into short narrow strips); 14 ounces fire-roasted diced tomatoes (canned, with liquid); 2 1/2 cups canned pinto beans (drained and rinsed); 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen); 1 cup vegetable stock (or water); 1 hot chili pepper (fresh, seeded and minced; or substitute one 4-ounce can chopped mild green chilies); 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons chili powder (or mesquite seasoning, add more to taste); 1 teaspoon dried oregano; salt (to taste); black pepper (to taste); 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (or parsley, fresh, chopped)

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:1h 15min

This hearty Three Sisters Stew is loaded with tender roasted squash, protein-packed pinto beans, and sweet corn in a gently spiced tomato base. It's delicious comfort food, and makes a perfect vegan main dish for Thanksgiving too!

Updated at: Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:35:04 GMT