LENTIL AND PASTA STEW

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Warm up with a big bowl of this stick-to-your-ribs stew that's chock-full of chopped smoked sausage, hearty veggies and tender lentils. It's terrific with oven-fresh baked bread. -Geraldine Saucier, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h25m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup cubed peeled potatoes
3/4 cup sliced fresh carrots
1 celery rib, sliced
1 small onion, finely chopped
5 cups beef broth
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
1 cup canned diced tomatoes
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup uncooked ditalini or other small pasta
Shredded Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Brown kielbasa in oil and butter in a large skillet. Add the potatoes, carrots, celery and onion. Cook and stir for 3 minutes over medium heat. Transfer to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the broth, lentils, tomatoes, bay leaf, pepper and salt., Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until lentils are tender. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Stir pasta into slow cooker. Discard bay leaf. Sprinkle servings with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 1021mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

Bshoy Ameer
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This recipe is a great starting point, but I like to add my own personal touches. I usually add some chopped spinach or kale, and I sometimes use different types of beans instead of lentils.


Rajon Hasan
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I'm not sure why this recipe is called a stew. It's more like a soup. But it's still delicious!


Farida Nasim Butt
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I always have a bag of lentils in my pantry, so it's easy to throw together a quick and healthy meal.


OutLaw
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I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, and this one is definitely a winner. It's easy to make and it's packed with flavor.


Ma7m0uD 3Uf
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and it fills you up.


Ms Sharmin
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I'm not a fan of stews, but this one was really good. The flavors were well-balanced and the stew was very hearty.


Fuset Pay
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times, and it's always a hit. I love the combination of lentils and pasta.


Nickolas Chickinger
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my stew turned out watery. I think I might have added too much liquid.


SyedMustajab AliNaqvi
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This stew was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices to give it more flavor.


Thierry Jonas
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I made this stew for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the fact that it was a vegetarian dish, so everyone could enjoy it.


OrangeThunder
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This stew was easy to make and turned out delicious. I followed the recipe exactly, and it came out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Seasonbread Tv
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this stew changed my mind. The lentils were cooked perfectly and had a great texture. The stew was also very flavorful, thanks to the combination of spices and vegetables.


JR Raaz
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This lentil and pasta stew was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and comforting, and the stew was hearty and filling. I especially loved the addition of sun-dried tomatoes, which added a nice tangy flavor.