SUPER SIMPLE LENTIL STEW

Super Simple Lentil Stew image

Provided by Jeanine B

Time 2h45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 c olive oil
1/2 yellow medium onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
3 carrots, chopped
1/3 to 1/2 c flour
3 qt water
3 tsp beef base (sub bouillon or broth)
1 to 1 1/2 c lentils, dry
salt
pepper

Steps:

1. Heat oil over medium to medium high heat, then add onion, celery, and carrots. Stir often and cook until onion is translucent.
2. Add flour to the vegetables and stir for 1-2 minutes.
3. Combine beef broth or base with water, then slowly incorporate into vegetable mixture, stirring well to keep mixture from lumping.
4. Rinse lentils well in water, checking for rocks or other debris. Add lentils to pot and bring to boil. Simmer on low heat for 30-45 minutes depending on the age of the lentils. Make sure to check the pot often to ensure that liquid does not cook out of the lentils. Add liquid as needed.
5. When done, remove the pot from the heat and cover for 5-10 minutes. This helps the liquid absorb better into the lentils.
6. Add salt and pepper to taste. Apple cider or red wine vinegar may be added to lentils for a slightly tangy flavor.