Lentil and Sausage Stew
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Servings
8 about 1.5 cups each
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Calories
3028 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Lentil and Sausage Stew
Description
This stew begins by cooking Italian sausage until brown and crumbly, then sautéing diced onions, carrots, celery, and garlic until soft. Brown lentils and spices such as smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper are added alongside chicken broth. The stew simmers until lentils are tender and flavors meld. Finally, frozen spinach is incorporated and cooked through, adding a mild earthiness and additional nutrients.
The resulting stew is rich with umami from the sausage and depth from the spice blend. Its texture balances tender lentils, softened vegetables, and pieces of sausage. It works well as a warm main course, especially paired with thick slices of crusty bread to absorb the stew’s broth.
Using a flavor-rich broth, such as Better Than Bouillon, can enhance the overall taste. Water can be added during cooking if the stew thickens too much. This recipe offers a nourishing, filling meal option that showcases simple ingredients prepared with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb. Italian sausage $1.75
- 1 yellow onion $0.32
- 3 carrot $0.30
- 4 ribs celery $0.74
- 2 cloves garlic $0.16
- 2 cups brown lentils $1.27
- 6 cups chicken broth $0.78
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper $0.05
- 1 tsp smoked paprika $0.10
- 1 tsp cumin $0.10, ground
- 1 tsp oregano $0.10, dried
- 10 oz. spinach $1.00, frozen
Instructions
- Brown the sausage in a large pot over medium heat, breaking it up into pieces as it cooks.
- While the sausage is cooking, prepare your vegetables: wash, peel and slice the carrots, slice the celery, dice the onion, and mince the garlic. Once the sausage is cooked, add the vegetables to the pot and continue to sauté until the onions are soft and transparent (about 5 min).
- Add the lentils to the pot along with the cayenne, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and chicken broth.
- Place a lid on the pot, turn the heat up to medium-high, and allow it to come up to a boil. Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 30 minutes or until the lentils are tender. Add more water if it gets too dry.
- Stir in the frozen spinach and cook for about 15 minutes more. Serve with a thick slice of crusty bread!
Notes
- Use a rich broth like Better Than Bouillon for enhanced flavor.
- Add water as needed during simmering to maintain desired stew consistency.
- Serve with thick slices of crusty bread to complement the stew.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8about 1.5 cups each
Amount Per Serving
Calories 3028 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1.5Cups | |
| Calories | 302.8kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 38.6g | 13% |
| Protein | 19.86g | 40% |
| Fat | 8.84g | 14% |
| Sodium | 976.19mg | 41% |
| Fiber | 7.64g | 31% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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