Creamy Mushroom Coconut Stew

Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil, or a little veggie broth, in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat

Add 1 medium shallot (small dice) and cook for 1 minute

Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute more

Add 8oz chopped cremini or Baby Bella mushrooms, and 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme leaves). Cook for about 8 minutes, or until the mushrooms soften and release their water

Dd 3/4 cup veggie broth to deglaze the saucepan, removing the browned bits from the sides and bottom of the pan

Simmer for 2 minutes

Add 2 tablespoons tamari, and 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar and mix

Add full fat canned coconut milk, 1/2 cup at a time, until desired consistency (from 1-14oz can)

Immer for 10 minutes, adding more veggie broth or coconut milk to taste

Season with salt and black pepper. Garnish with 1-1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley