Hearty Lentil Pea Stew
Warm up with this comforting, protein-packed stew featuring green lentils, whole yellow peas, barley, and savory ground beef. Rich flavors are enhanced by the heartiness of the legumes and the nuttiness of the barley, resulting in a satisfying supper that will satisfy the whole family.
ingredients
- 1 cup green lentils
- 1 cup whole yellow peas
- 1/2 cup barley
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups water
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
steps
- 1.
In a large pot, sauté the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- 2.
Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
- 3.
Pour in the beef broth and water, then add the green lentils, yellow peas, barley, bay leaves, dried thyme, and paprika.
- 4.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours, until the legumes and barley are tender and the flavors have melded.
- 5.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 6.
Remove the bay leaves and discard.
- 7.
Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- 8.
Serve hot and enjoy this wholesome and nourishing stew.
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