Lentil and Sausage Stew

Ingredients

• ¾ tablespoon olive oil
• ¾ large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ¾ pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
• ¾ large carrot, peeled and chopped
• ¾ large celery stalk, chopped
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• ¾ cup brown or green lentils, rinsed and drained
• 3 cups chicken broth
• ¾ teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Method

1. 1Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes or until softened and lightly browned.
2. 2Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
3. 3Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, and cook for 5-7 minutes or until browned, stirring occasionally.
4. 4Add the chopped carrot and celery and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
5. 5Add the diced tomatoes, lentils, chicken broth, and thyme, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. 6Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 30-40 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
7. 7Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

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