Entrée: United States – Spicy Sausage and Lentil Stew

Serving Size: 6

Approximate Time

Prep 15 min

Cook 35 min

Total 50 min

Ingredients

1 lb (450 g) spicy lamb sausage, sliced
1 cup (200 g) lentils, rinsed
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 can (14.5 oz / 411 g) diced tomatoes
4 cups (960 ml) chicken or vegetable broth
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
2. In the same pot, add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the cumin and smoked paprika, then add the lentils, diced tomatoes, and broth. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce the heat, cover, and let simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender. Add the cooked sausage back into the stew, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

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