Description
Warm up with this Hearty Lentil Stew & Creamy Mashed Potato Bowl, a cozy dish perfect for chilly nights. The rich lentils simmer with fresh vegetables, creating an inviting aroma, while creamy mashed potatoes provide the ultimate comfort. This meal is not just delicious; it’s a nostalgic experience that brings people together, making it ideal for family gatherings or a delightful dinner with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Your favorite herbs (e.g., thyme, bay leaves)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop all vegetables into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in rinsed lentils, carrots, and celery; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add vegetable broth and herbs; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer until lentils are tender (approximately 25 minutes).
- Meanwhile, boil cubed potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain.
- Mash the potatoes with butter, cream (or milk), salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg