Stewed Lentils & Tomatoes(Barefoot Contessa) Recipe - Food.com (2024)

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Submitted by Sharon123

"Ina Garten made huge pots of this at her restaurant, Barefoot Contessa. It's healthy and delicious!"

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1hr 10mins

Ingredients:
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ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cups large diced yellow onions (2 onions)
  • 2 cups large diced carrots (3-4 carrots)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced (about 1 tbls.)
  • 1 (28 ounce) can plum tomatoes
  • 1 cup french green lentil (7 ounces)
  • 2 cups vegetable stock (or chicken stock)
  • 2 teaspoons mild curry powder
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 14 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon good quality red wine vinegar

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directions

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add the onions and carrots and cook over medium low heat for 8-10 minutes, until the onions start to brown. Stir occasionally with a wooden spoon. Add the garlic and cook 1 more minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  • Meanwhile, place the canned tomatoes, including the juice, in the bowl of a food processor and pulse several times until the tomatoes are coarsely chopped. Rinse and pick over the lentils to make sure there are no stones.
  • Add the tomatoes, lentils, broth, curry powder, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pan. Raise the heat to bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer covered for about 40 minutes, until the lentils are tender. Check occasionally to be sure the liquid is still simmering.
  • Remove from the heat and allow the lentils to sit covered for another 10 minutes. Add the vinegar. Season to taste and serve hot. Enjoy!

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  1. I really liked this. I am not a fan of curry, so I left it out. This was a simple and satisfying meat-free meal, served with a crusty roll.

    nmj

  2. We really liked this. I added chicken broth to the leftovers and it made a delicious soup.

    Sweet Baboo

  3. This recipe is delicious! I loved the tomato and curry flavor mixed together. The vinegar gives it a little zing. A nice flavor burst in your mouth - and so nutritious!

    Merrill R

  4. I received the Barefoot Contessa at Home cookbook for Christmas and wanted to try the Stewed Lentils and Tomatoes recipe. Although, in general my husband and I enjoyed the flavor I felt it was too tomatoey. It took about 30 minutes longer than the recipe to cook the lentils. I used canned chicken stock rather than homemade but I followed everything else to the letter. Not sure why the tomatoes were so pronounced...looked more orange than the picture.

    Carolyn D.

  5. I have never really enjoyed green lentils: until tonight I have eaten them as an obligation - after all, they are both healthy AND cheap! So, I keep trying new recipes and this one did the trick! Both my husband and I enjoyed second helpings of this wonderful stew and 3 out of 4 kids ate it (but didn't ask for seconds). I think the red wine vinegar brightens the stew nicely.

    DLEndersby

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Do lentils thicken stews? ›

Rice, lentils, and beans release a lot of starch and naturally thicken soups simply from simmering, but you can also mash half the cooked rice/lentils/beans before adding to the soup for a simple way to thicken your dish.

How to make and eat lentils? ›

To prepare lentils, first rinse them in a strainer. Next, place one cup of lentils in a large pot with 2½ cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.

Do I need to soak lentils for stew? ›

The other good news: Lentils don't need to soak as beans do (though you do need to sort and rinse them before cooking). Different types of lentils cook in different amounts of time.

How many lentils to thicken soup? ›

Add a can of lentils or cannellini beans, mashing about half before you mix it in. Add 1/2 cup rice or pasta per 4 cups of liquid, providing just enough time for it to cook before serving (typically about 20 minutes for rice or 10-12 minutes for pasta).

What makes lentils taste better? ›

Think more like you're cooking pasta- you just need significantly more water than lentils. You can also use broth instead of adding an extra layer of flavor. I like adding a bay leaf, an onion cut in half, and a clove of garlic to add flavor to the lentils.

What do lentils do to your body? ›

Lentils have plenty of folate, iron and vitamin B1, which also support your heart health. Lentils may be associated with a lower risk of heart disease, by lowering bad cholesterol and blood pressure. One study found that eating lentils led to greater reductions in blood pressure than eating chickpeas, peas or beans.

What pairs with lentils? ›

If you have a few root vegetables hanging out in your fridge, those are also great with lentils, like in this warm lentil and root vegetable salad with parsnips and carrots. Lentils are particularly nice with cheese, as in this grilled halloumi and lentil salad.

What makes stew thicker? ›

The flour helps to thicken a stew as it cooks. Whisk a teaspoon of flour in a little cold water to make a slurry, then stir into the stew as it's cooking. Don't add dry flour directly to the stew as it may clump. After adding the slurry, bring the stew to boil.

How long do lentils take to thicken soup? ›

1c lentils & 2c water will make 2–3 cups very thick soup. Add a bay leaf and simmer for 30–40 minutes, depending on the type of lentil. You may need to add water or veggie broth to make it the consistency you like.

Do lentils make you thick? ›

Incorporating lentils into your diet can significantly aid in weight loss. The rich fiber and protein content of lentils helps you feel full and stay full longer which reduces overall food intake and fights cravings.

Do lentils thicken sauce? ›

You'll want to use red lentils for this recipe because they break down quickly, helping the sauce thicken up and get extra rich. They'll retain just enough texture to feel “meaty,” without looking like lentils.

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