""Delicious & easy vegetable stew inspired by Providence's City Farm Manager, Rich. Organic, locally grown, and in season ingredients have the best flavor. Add a bit more cayenne for a tasty home remedy. Serve hot with warm bread."..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 large yellow onion, chopped
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2 bunches leeks, chopped
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1 clove elephant garlic, chopped
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4 stalks celery, chopped
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3 large carrots, chopped
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1 1/2 quarts vegetable broth
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1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
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1 (15 ounce) can black beans
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1/2 head Chinese cabbage, cored and shredded
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4 large potatoes
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1 tablespoon dried oregano
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2 teaspoons dried basil
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1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon celery salt
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1 dash ground cayenne pepper
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2 bay leaves
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grated Parmesan cheese to taste