Vegan mushroom stew – Fast Comfort Food

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 3 celery stalks, chopped
• 500 g (1 lb) mushrooms of your choice, sliced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)
• 1/4 cup water
• Fresh parsley for garnish