Southwest potato lentil stew

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
½cupLentils; uncooked
2mediumsPotatoes; unpeeled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1cupCarrots; chopped
1cupOnions; chopped
½cupCelery; chopped
¼cupCelery leaves; chopped
2Garlic cloves; finely chopped
2cupsTomato juice
¾cup;water
2teaspoonsChili powder
½teaspoonDried basil
½teaspoonDried oregano
Salt to taste
210Calories
Vegetable serving
Protein serving
1Bread serving
11gramsProtein
1gramFat
42gramsCarbohydrate
487milligramsSodium
milligramCholesterol

Directions

NUTRITIONAL INFO PER SERVING

In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients, mixing well. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 40 to 45 minutes, until vegetables are tender. Stir several times while cooking and add small amounts of water if a thinner stew is desired.

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