Lentil Barley Stew

By dashy_65

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/3 cup chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 3 cups V8 juice
• 2-1/2 cups chopped seeded plum tomatoes (about 8)
• 1-1/2 cups water
• 3/4 cup dried lentils, rinsed
• 1/2 cup medium pearl barley
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
• 1/2 cup shredded carrot
• 3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Details

Servings 6
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Add the V8 juice, tomatoes, water, lentils, barley and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes.

Add carrot; cook 10 minutes longer or until barley and lentils are tender. If desired, stir in additional water for a thinner stew. Sprinkle with cheese. Yield: 6 servings.

231 cal, 4g fat, 631mg sodium, 38g carb, 6g fiber