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Lentil Stew with Mashed Potatoes

Lentil Stew with Mashed Potatoes: 7 Comforting Secrets

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Vegetarian
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A hearty lentil stew served with creamy mashed potatoes.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup lentils
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the lentils and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
  3. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened.
  4. Add garlic, cumin, and thyme. Stir for 1 minute.
  5. Add lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes until lentils are tender.
  7. In a separate pot, boil potatoes until tender.
  8. Drain potatoes and mash with milk and butter.
  9. Season mashed potatoes with salt and pepper.
  10. Serve lentil stew topped with mashed potatoes.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the stew.
  • Adjust seasoning according to your taste.
  • This dish can be made in advance and reheated.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 15g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: Lentil Stew, Mashed Potatoes, Vegan Stew