Raw fruits and vegetables (especially with high-fiber peels!) can be hard on your digestive system, but the vitamins they contain are important for staying healthy. That’s why it’s a good idea to incorporate peeled, cooked produce into your meals, such as this heartwarming stew.

3 cups water

1 cube low-sodium vegetable bouillon

2 cups peeled white potatoes, sliced into 2-inch strips

2 cups sliced carrots

4 cups squash, diced

1 cup squash, cut in 4 large chunks

1 tsp dried thyme

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 scallion, chopped

1 cup onion, chopped

1 cup tomatoes, diced

1. Place water and bouillon in a large pot; bring to a boil.
2. Add potatoes and carrots; simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Add remaining ingredients (except for tomatoes), and continue cooking over high heat for about 15 minutes.
4. Remove the 4 large chunks of squash and puree in a blender.
5. Return pureed squash to pot and cook for another 10 minutes.
6. Add tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes more.
7. Remove stew from heat. Let it sit for 10 minutes before serving, which will allow stew to thicken.