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Lentil Stew with Meat

A hearty, rustic stew of tender beef, earthy lentils, and vegetables simmered in a savory broth. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.

Total time
60 min
Servings
4
Calories
450
Protein
35g
Lentil Stew with Meat
comfortingspanishgluten freedairy freebeefchunkytenderweeknight

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium, chopped onion
  • 1 lb beef stew meat
  • 2 medium, sliced carrots
  • 2 medium, cubed potatoes
  • 1 cup brown lentils
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high. Add the 1 chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add the 1 lb beef stew meat and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes. Season with the 1 tsp salt.

  3. 3

    Stir in the 2 sliced carrots and 2 cubed potatoes, cooking for 3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the 1 cup brown lentils and 4 cups beef broth. Bring to a boil.

  5. 5

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until lentils and meat are tender, about 45 minutes. Add water if too thick.

  6. 6

    Taste and adjust salt. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • wooden spoon
  • knife
  • cutting board

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