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Croatian Lentil Stew
A hearty and comforting stew made with Croatian lentils, perfect for a cold winter day.
⏱60 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 cup Croatian lentilsRinsed and drained
- ●4 cups Quenched stew brothHomemade or store-bought
- ●1 cup Velvety red wineOptional
- ●1 medium OnionChopped
- ●2 medium CarrotChopped
- ●2 stalks CeleryChopped
- ●3 cloves GarlicMinced
- ●1 tsp Dried thymeFresh or dried
- ●1 tsp SaltTo taste
- ●1 tsp Black pepperTo taste
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Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2
Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté until tender.
- 3
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 4
Add Croatian lentils, stew broth, red wine (if using), thyme, salt, and pepper.
- 5
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes.
- 6
Check lentils for tenderness and adjust seasoning as needed.
- 7
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or thyme (optional).