Red Lentil Stew

Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 stalks celery, chopped
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 (14 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
• 2 teaspoons italian seasoning
• 8 cups water
• 1 cup dried red lentils
• 3 cups kale or 3 cups spinach, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons vinegar
• salt & pepper

Recipe

• 1 heat olive oil in large stockpot over medium-high heat. add onion, carrots and celery and saute for 5 minutes or until onion is tender and fragrant. add garlic and saute for another minute. add bay leaf, italian seasoning, tomatoes, water and lentils. bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for approximately 45 minutes to an hour or until lentils are tender. just before serving, add vinegar and greens and cook just until greens wilt.
• 2 one could also add mushrooms, potatoes, green beans, etc to suit individual tastes. excellent served with crusty bread!