Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

red onion

diced

3 unit

garlic cloves

minced

2 cup

portobello mushrooms

diced

1 unit

green pepper

chopped

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

white pepper

6 cup

chicken stock

6 oz

tomato paste

1.5 cup

red lentils

1 bunch

basil

coarsely chopped

0.33 cup

dry sherry

Step 1
~5 min

Heat olive oil in a large soup pot.

Step 2
~5 min

Saute diced red onion, minced garlic, diced portobello mushrooms, chopped green pepper, salt, and white pepper until mushrooms are tender (about 5 minutes).

Step 3
~5 min

Add chicken or vegetable stock and tomato paste to the pot and mix well until tomato paste is fully blended.

Step 4
~5 min

Stir in red lentils and bring to a boil.

Step 5
~5 min

Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6
~5 min

Add coarsely chopped basil and simmer covered for 15 minutes.

Step 7
~5 min

Season with extra salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8
~5 min

Serve stew in individual bowls and float 1 tablespoon of dry sherry on top of each bowl.

Step 9
~5 min

Garnish with remaining basil leaves and serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of salt and pepper to your liking.

For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of butter or olive oil at the end of cooking.

Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled cheese sandwich
Roasted vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Lentil stews are a staple in many Mediterranean cultures.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Fall
Winter

Popularity Score

65/100

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