I can’t call it stew and I can’t call it soup. . .so “stoup” it is. You have to say “Stoup” like you are being mysterious, it tastes better that way.
This is SToupER easy! It’s comforting and just an all around yummy stew/soup for colder weather.
(The following makes a very stewy dinner, if you want it more soupy add another 1-2 cups of water or broth.)
- 1 cup lentils (sort them first – you don’t want to eat any rocks)
- 3 cups water or broth – even better
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 stalks celery chopped
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasonings or basil
Put everything in your favorite soup pot. Stir.
Bring to a boil, then simmer 45 minutes or so.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
Drizzle with Olive Oil to serve. We like this with garlic bread and a big salad.
Works beautifully in a slow cooker 6-8 hours on low – you will need to add an extra 1-2 cups of water to keep the right consistancy.