Lentil Stew with Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Lentil stew with creamy mashed potatoes is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for warming your soul on chilly nights. This hearty dish features tender lentils simmered with vibrant vegetables and aromatic spices, all served alongside velvety mashed potatoes. It’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings family and friends together around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onions in olive oil until translucent. Add garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in carrots, celery, and thyme. Cook until vegetables soften.
- Add lentils, broth, diced tomatoes, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil then simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Meanwhile, boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and mash with butter and cream until smooth.
- Remove bay leaves from the stew. Serve hot alongside creamy mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 18g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Add leafy greens like spinach or kale for extra nutrition. Spice it up with cayenne or smoked paprika for added flavor.