{"product_id":"recipe-for-lentil-stew","title":"recipe for lentil stew","description":"\u003ch4\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 onion, chopped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 carrots, chopped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 celery stalks, chopped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 cloves garlic, minced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 teaspoon smoked paprika\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 teaspoon cumin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 cup brown or green lentils, rinsed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 cups vegetable broth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon tomato paste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 bay leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalt and pepper to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5-7 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir in the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, and tomato paste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove bay leaf before serving. Season with salt and pepper to taste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe hot, garnished with fresh parsley.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch4\u003eNotes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a creamier stew, you can use an immersion blender to partially blend some of the stew after cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo make this stew vegetarian, ensure your vegetable broth is truly vegetable-based.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis stew tastes even better the next day, as the flavors have had a chance to meld.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA splash of red wine vinegar or lemon juice at the end brightens up the flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"RolTak","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43650130804833,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/0845\/1425\/files\/recipe_for_lentil_stew.jpg?v=1770780847","url":"https:\/\/www.pantribot.com\/products\/recipe-for-lentil-stew","provider":"PantriBot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}