Hearty Lentil Stew (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 250 grams of cremini mushrooms.
02 - A tablespoon of tomato paste.
03 - Two medium celery stalks, chopped.
04 - A teaspoon of smoked paprika.
05 - Salt and pepper, as needed.
06 - Three garlic cloves, finely chopped.
07 - A large onion, sliced.
08 - One teaspoon of dried thyme.
09 - One bay leaf.
10 - One cup of green or brown lentils.
11 - 400 grams of canned diced tomatoes.
12 - Two tablespoons of olive oil.
13 - A liter of vegetable broth.
14 - Two carrots, cut into pieces.

# Instructions:

01 - Heat the olive oil, then sauté the onion, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes, until softened up.
02 - Add the garlic and mushrooms. Let them cook for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn golden.
03 - Mix in the tomato paste, thyme, and paprika. Stir and cook for one minute to bring out all the flavors.
04 - Stir in the lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and the bay leaf. Simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the lentils are soft.

# Notes:

01 - You can add green veggies for extra nutrition.
02 - Stores well in the fridge for later.

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