Tomato Basil Lentil Stew

Submitted by Chef #479920

"my friend and I whipped this up the other night, it was very tasty!"

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 1 onion
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled plum tomatoes
• 1 (1 lb) package steamed lentils (trader joe's carries this)
• 2⁄3 cup slivered fresh basil

directions

1. Chop the onion and fry in the oil in a soup pot until translucent.
2. Add the chicken broth and the can of tomatoes. Simmer for ~20 min until the tomatoes are breaking down.
3. Add the lentils and simmer for another 5 minutes.
4. Add the chopped basil, season to taste if desired, and serve.