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Hearty Lentil Stew with Cornbread

Hearty Lentil Stew with Cornbread

A fabulous and budget friendly way to do stew...with a side of cornbread.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Servings - 4 servings

Ingredients 

  • 1 small white onion chopped
  • 2 stalks celery sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small green bell pepper chopped
  • 6 cups water
  • 1 cup barley
  • 1 cup dry lentils
  • 1 lb. bag shredded carrots
  • 15 oz. can tomato sauce
  • 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp basil
  • 1 tsp marjoram
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Serve with cornbread, optional

Instructions

  • Saut onion, celery, garlic, green pepper in a small amount of water until softened. Add 6 cups water, barley, lentils.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, stir, cover, cook 30 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients, stir, cover, cook 30 minutes.
  • Serve over brown rice or potatoes.
  • Make cornbread or corn muffins.
  • Serve Hearty Lentil Stew with Cornbread!