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Lentil stew served on a bed of creamy mashed potatoes, garnished with herbs.

Lentil Stew over Creamy Mashed Potatoes

A hearty and nutritious lentil stew served over creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for chilly evenings and cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Vegetarian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lentil Stew
  • 1 cup dried lentils any variety, but brown or green are preferable
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • to taste salt and pepper
For the Creamy Mashed Potatoes
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup milk (or plant-based milk) for a dairy-free version
  • 2 tbsp butter (or vegan alternative)
  • to taste chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, diced celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the dried lentils, vegetable broth, cumin, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir everything together and bring to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the lentils are tender, which should take about 25-30 minutes.
Prepare the Potatoes
  1. While the stew is simmering, fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil.
  2. Add the cubed potatoes and cook until tender, roughly 15-20 minutes.
  3. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
Finish the Dish
  1. Mash the drained potatoes with milk and butter until you reach a creamy consistency.
  2. To serve, create a generous mound of creamy mashed potatoes on each plate and ladle the warm lentil stew over the top.
  3. Garnish with chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness.

Notes

To boost the flavor of your stew, consider adding herbs such as bay leaves while it simmers. For extra creaminess in the mashed potatoes, you can add cream cheese or sour cream.