Lentil Stew

By Tonya_Speed

NUTRITION per serving: 354 Calories; 1g Fat; 24g Protein; 63g Carbohydrate; 28g Dietary Fiber; 0mg
Cholesterol; 299mg Sodium. Exchanges: 3 Grain (Starch); 2 Lean Meat; 3 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fat. Points: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 1 (28-oz.) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (6-oz.) can tomato paste
• 1/2 cup red wine (or use red grape juice with a splash
• of vinegar)
• 1 teaspoon basil
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 pound dried lentils, color of your choice
• 3/4 cup chopped onion
• 5 medium carrots, sliced into thin coins
• 3 medium stalks celery, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, pressed
• Salt and pepper to taste

Details

Servings 6
Adapted from savingdinner.com

Preparation

Step 1

Place all ingredients in slow cooker. Cover and cook on low heat setting for 10 to 11 hours, or until lentils are tender.

SERVING SUGGESTION: A relish tray of raw baby carrots, cherry tomatoes and broccoli florets along with your
favorite dipping sauce (Ranch dressing?). Add grilled cheese sandwiches for a yummy meat-free meal.