The flavors of paprika, apple, and a little barbeque sauce may seem an unlikely combination, but they work together well in this beloved lentil stew!
INGREDIENTS (for 4 servings):
- 1 cup dry lentils
- 1 quart water
- 1 cube vegetable bouillon
- 3 medium tomatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 1 medium apple - peeled, cored and diced
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1 large clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup barbeque sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
PREPARATION:
Place the lentils and water in a large pot, and mix in the vegetable bouillon. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 20 minutes.
Stir the tomatoes, onion, carrot, apple, peas, garlic, olive oil, barbeque sauce, and paprika into the pot. Continue to simmer 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to serve.