Why Stews Days on Tuesdays? No reason, other than because it rhymes. Every Tuesday, look for a new stew recipe. Same place, same time.

What is it about a hearty stew that makes you feel better, especially on a cold day? For me, it’s a comfort food memory from when I was little. What about for you?

Oh, and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 8 chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp plain flour , seasoned
• 2 red peppers , diced
• 12 new potatoes , halved
• 150ml white wine
• 200ml chicken stock
• 20g pack basil , leaves only
• crusty bread , to serve

Preparation:

• Heat the oil in a large, flameproof casserole. Dust the chicken thighs with the seasoned flour and add to the casserole. Cook over a high heat, turning once, until golden all over.
• Add the peppers and potatoes to the casserole and cook for 3 mins. Pour in the white wine and chicken stock and season with salt and pepper. Cover the casserole and simmer for 20-25 mins or until the chicken is cooked through. Stir in the basil and cook for another 5 mins. Serve with some crusty bread.

Source: BBCGoodFood