Brown Lentil and Beef Broth
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Preparation:
1 hr
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Lentils are a legume that are a fantastic source of protein, making them a staple in the vegitarian diet. This meal is full of protein and can make a great side or main course.
For a complete vegitarian meal, use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
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Ingredients
for
4
- Ingredients
- 2 cups Brown Lentils
- 3 Tbsps olive oil
- 14 ozs stewing Beef
- 2 carrots (finely chopped)
- 1 stick Celery (chopped)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic cloves (chopped)
- 4 rashers Bacon (chopped)
- 8 cups Beef stock
- 2 Tbsps Cider vinegar
- chopped parsley (to serve)
Preparation
Kitchen utensils
2 Pots, 1 Small pot, 1 Small bowl, 1 Measuring cups, 1 Cutting board, 1 Large knife, 1 Small knife, 1 Tablespoon, 1 Wooden spoon, 1 Sieve, 1 Brush, 1 Lid, 1 Paper towel, 1 Skillet
Preparation steps
1.
Soak the lentils in water for 12 hours or overnight.
2.
Heat the oil in a wide pan and brown the beef on all sides.
3.
Add the carrots, celery, onion, garlic and bacon and cook for 5 minutes, stirring all the time.
4.
Pour over the beef stock, add the drained lentils and bring to a boil. Simmer over a low heat for about 45 minutes, adding the vinegar about 10 minutes before the end of cooking time.
5.
Season with salt and pepper and serve with the parsley scattered over.
