Crockpot Lentil and Mushroom Stew

Crockpot Lentil and Mushroom Stew

A hearty and nutritious stew that combines the earthiness of mushrooms with the protein-rich goodness of lentils.

Servings: 6 | Cook Time: 240 minutes

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 255 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried green lentils, rinsed
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 carrots, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients: Chop the onion, carrots, and slice the mushrooms.
2. Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions, carrots, and garlic for 5 minutes.
3. Combine Ingredients: Add sautéed vegetables, mushrooms, lentils, thyme, salt, and pepper to the crockpot.
4. Add Broth: Pour vegetable broth over the mixture and stir to combine.
5. Cook: Set the crockpot to low and cook for 4 hours, or until lentils are tender.
6. Serve: Stir the stew before serving to ensure even distribution of ingredients.

Tips

• For a thicker stew, reduce the broth by 1 cup.
• Add a splash of balsamic vinegar for extra depth of flavor.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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