LENTIL BARLEY STEW

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My husband's favorite. The cinnamon gives this stew a different twist. It will thicken as it sits, so I make it a little soupy to begin with and serve with some crusty bread to soak up the juices.

Provided by MsBindy

Categories     Stew

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup onion, coarsely chopped
2 cups carrots, diced or sliced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
4 cups vegetable broth
28 ounces plum tomatoes, chopped with their juices
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 cinnamon stick (about 3 inches long)
1/2 cup pearl barley, rinsed
1/2 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large, heavy pot over medium-low heat.
  • Add the onions and carrots; cook, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 2 more minutes.
  • Add the cumin and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Add the lentils, broth, tomatoes with juices, brown sugar and cinnamon stick.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat slightly and cook for 5 minutes, partially covered.
  • Add the barley, cover partially, and cook for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.8, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 41.4, Carbohydrate 46.9, Fiber 15.6, Sugar 9.4, Protein 12

Dan Giesbrecht
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Zen Martin
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoy this stew. It's a great meatless meal.


Rahber Hafeez
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This stew is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great comfort food.


Viliame Buli
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I love that this stew is made with all natural ingredients. I feel good about feeding it to my family.


Mithila Mithi
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This stew is a great value for the price. You can easily feed a family of four for under $10.


Simran Molla
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I've made this stew several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for busy weeknights.


Marelize Erasmus
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This stew is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved it, and they even asked for seconds.


Justin Doris
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this stew. The lentils are cooked perfectly, and they're not mushy at all.


Pastel Cristal
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This stew is really easy to make, even if you're not a very experienced cook. Just follow the recipe step-by-step, and you'll be fine.


airmom62
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I made this stew in my slow cooker, and it turned out perfectly. I just threw all the ingredients in the slow cooker in the morning, and dinner was ready when I got home from work.


La Cheri
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This stew is a great source of protein and fiber. It's also a good source of vitamins and minerals, so it's a really healthy meal.


Francis Pavon
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I love the combination of lentils and barley in this stew. They're both so hearty and filling, and they really soak up all the delicious flavors.


Opoku Desmomd
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter night. It's so warm and comforting, and it really hits the spot.


Abaya Israel
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I added some chopped carrots and celery to my stew, and it turned out great! I think this recipe is really versatile, so you can easily customize it to your own taste.


Bk Eatmon
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover lentils and barley. It's also a very affordable meal to make, which is always a plus.


SLO LT1
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I've been looking for a good lentil barley stew recipe for a while, and this one is definitely a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are amazing. The stew is thick and flavorful, and the lentils and barley are cooked perfectly.


Afzaal Haider
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This lentil barley stew is absolutely delicious! I made it for dinner last night and my family loved it. The flavors are so rich and comforting, and the stew is really hearty and filling.


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