Delicious Lentil Stew
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter (or margarine)
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 6 cups water
- 2 cups dry lentils, washed (soaking not necessary)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 6 large carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 8 medium celery stalks
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) whole tomatoes, low-sodium, cut into pieces (or 3-4 fresh tomatoes cut in wedges)
Instructions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Melt butter in a large skillet.
- Sauté onion until tender.
- Add water, lentils, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, and garlic powder.
- Cover, bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer for 45 minutes.
- Add carrots, celery, and salt.
- Cover and simmer 30 minutes more or until the vegetables are tender.
- Add tomatoes. Heat thoroughly and serve.
Nutrition
| Calories | 228 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 14 g |
| Total Fat | 4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Cholesterol | 8 mg |
| Sodium | 383 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 38 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 14 g |
U.S. Department of Agriculture, MyPlate Kitchen (public domain), via the Internet Archive. Source: Go With Beans University of Wisconsin Cooperative Extension Service Eau Claire County