Lentil Stew (Fat-Burning ?)

Submitted by cookin mimi

"I found this recipe in a magazine article that touted it as a miracle fat-burning stew. Always on the look out for a miracle to help with weight control, I tried it and have made it several times, tweaking it to my families' tastes. I cannot vouch for its fat-burning properties, but it is tasty, high fiber and low fat. Try it, you might like it, especially if you like lentils and vegetables. This freezes well."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 30mins
• Ingredients: 13
• Yields: 1 pot
• Serves: 10

ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs dried lentils
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 2 tablespoons garlic, chopped
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 10 cups chicken broth (or water)
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 2 (1 lb) bags frozen broccoli and cauliflower
• 3 tablespoons vinegar (red wine or balsamic)

directions

1. Sort and rinse lentils, set aside.
2. Heat oil over medium heat, add onions, celery and garlic and cook until tender, 4-5 minutes.
3. Add lentils and cook 1 minute, stirring.
4. Add tomator paste, cook 1 miinute, stirring.
5. Add broth, tomatoes, and seasonings, bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to med-low and simmer, partially covered, about 1 hour until lentils are soft.
7. About 15 minutes before serving, add frozen vegetables and vinegar.
8. Heat through and serve.

Reviews

[Ms_Misty57]

This recipe was just what I was looking for. I will tweak it a little by adding ginger and chicken.