This is a great vegan recipe! Which for us carnivores is saying something! And it is pretty quick to prepare. It needs to cook for 30 minutes which is plenty of time to get the table and any side dishes ready.
Lentil Mushroom Stew
Makes 4 servings
1 T. olive oil
½ c onion, chopped
2 c sliced mushrooms
2 T soy sauce or aminos
2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
2 T. Italian parsley, chopped
2/3 c green or brown lentils
2 c vegetable broth
Heat a large rimmed skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and onions. Saute’ three minutes, stirring occasionally
Add mushrooms and soy or aminos sauce. Saute’ for five minutes.
Add thyme, parsley, lentils and broth. Once boiling, cover and reduce heat to maintain a slow simmer. Cook approximately 30 minutes.
Once the lentils are tender, taste mixture and adjust seasonings if desired.
Turn off heat and let mixture rest for 10 minutes.
Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, if desired, at the table
Serve over mashed potatoes, pasta or rice.
Nutrition:
280 calories
43 grams carbohydrates
9 grams protein
8 grams fat
10 grams fiber
