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Hearty Lentil Stew with Creamy Mashed Potatoes

A warm and nutritious dish combining hearty lentils in a savory stew, served over creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for cold days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lentil Stew
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1.5 cups dried brown or green lentils, rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 leaf bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 0.25 cup plant-based milk or regular milk
  • 2 tablespoons dairy-free butter or regular butter
  • Optional: garlic powder or fresh chives for extra flavor

Method
 

Preparation of Stew
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onions and minced garlic, sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant and soft.
  2. Add the chopped carrots and celery, and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, and tomato paste to coat the vegetables.
  4. Add the rinsed lentils, diced tomatoes, bay leaf, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove the bay leaf, season with salt and pepper, and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
Preparation of Mashed Potatoes
  1. Boil the chopped potatoes in a pot of salted water for 15 to 20 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. Drain the potatoes and return to the pot. Mash with the plant-based or regular milk, butter, and a bit of salt until desired texture.
Serving
  1. Ladle the lentil stew over a bed of mashed potatoes. Garnish with additional herbs or garlic powder if desired.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to three months. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave.