Mama Guilla's Sancocho

Get ready to warm your soul with Mama Guilla's Sancocho, a hearty and flavorful stew that's perfect for chilly nights. This traditional Latin American dish is loaded with tender meats, starchy vegetables, and a savory broth that'll have you coming back for seconds.

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the onion, green pepper, cilantro, and garlic. Cook until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the cooking wine, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, sofrito, recaito, Spanish olives, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

4. 4

   Add the stew beef. Increase the heat to high and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the meat is cooked through.

5. 5

   Add the chicken broth and water. Stir to combine. Add the chicken, corn, potatoes, and yuca. Stir well. Cover and cook over medium-high heat for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender and the potatoes are softened.

6. 6

   Reduce the heat to low and add the plantains. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, until the plantains are tender.

7. 7

   Garnish the soup with cilantro and serve with halved avocados, rice, and lime wedges, if desired.

8. 8

   Enjoy!

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