Simple Lentil Stew

Simple Lentil Stew

A hearty and comforting stew made with basic pantry staples. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

By RecipeBoss
Servings
4
Time Required
45 min

Ingredients

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1.5 cup lentils
6 cup vegetable broth
1 medium onion
2 cloves garlic
2 medium carrots
2 medium celery stalks
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
0.5 tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried thyme

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse the lentils thoroughly under cold water.

  2. 2

    Finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, dice the carrots, and dice the celery.

  3. 3

    Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

    5 min

  4. 4

    Add the minced garlic and dried thyme. Cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.

  5. 5

    Stir in the rinsed lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.

  6. 6

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.

    25 min

  7. 7

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Perfect With

crusty breadside saladrice pilaf