Lentil and Sausage Stew

Name: Lentil and Sausage Stew
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: ¾ tablespoon olive oil; ¾ large onion, chopped; 2¼ cloves garlic, minced; ¾ pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed; ¾ large carrot, peeled and chopped; ¾ large celery stalk, chopped; ¾ 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

30 min

Savory sausage and tender lentils come together in a hearty stew, filled with the sweetness of carrots and the depth of garlic. The Italian sausage adds a meaty flavor that complements the earthy lentils perfectly

Ingredients

¾ tablespoon olive oil
¾ large onion, chopped
2¼ cloves garlic, minced
¾ pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
¾ large carrot, peeled and chopped
¾ large celery stalk, chopped
¾ 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

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.
2Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
3Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, and cook for 5-7 minutes or until browned, stirring occasionally.
4Add the chopped carrot and celery and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
5Add the diced tomatoes, lentils, chicken broth, and thyme, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
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.
7Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.