BARLEY LENTIL STEW

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This stew is the perfect recipe to make on a cool winter day with a slice of homemade bread. It is so flavorful with a lot of seasoning.-Hazel Bowman, Mechanicsville, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 large onions, chopped
2 cups chopped carrots
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons ground cumin
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup lentils, rinsed
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
1/2 cup uncooked medium pearl barley
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
9 tablespoons fat-free plain yogurt

Steps:

  • In a nonstick skillet, saute the onions and carrots in oil for 8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add garlic and cumin; cook and stir for 1 minute longer. Add the broth, tomatoes, lentils, brown sugar and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 5 minutes. Add the barley. Cover and cook for 45 minutes or until lentils and barley are tender, stirring occasionally., Add the parsley, salt and pepper. Discard cinnamon stick. Serve in bowls with a dollop of yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 440mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Marco Mendez
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I've made this stew several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for busy weeknights.


Saleem akhtar Babar
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This stew is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet potatoes and the lentils and they always ask for seconds.


Mahendra Bhudram
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I'm not a huge fan of stews, but this one is really good. The flavors are well-balanced and the stew is really hearty and satisfying.


Azonaba
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter night. It's hearty and warming and it's sure to fill you up.


Jeffy Jeffy
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and exciting meatless recipes. This stew is a great option. It's packed with protein and flavor and it's really satisfying.


Ibrar Ahmad
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few odds and ends in my fridge and this is a great way to use them up and make a delicious meal at the same time.


Soriyah McNeil
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I love how versatile this stew is. I've made it with different types of lentils, vegetables, and even added some leftover chicken. It's always delicious and I never get tired of it.


Ch. sureshmudhiraj
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I made this stew in my slow cooker and it was so easy and convenient. I just threw all the ingredients in the pot in the morning and dinner was ready when I got home from work. It was a lifesaver on a busy weeknight.


Jesus Anguiano
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This stew was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Arslan Tahir Engineer
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I'm not a huge fan of barley, but I really enjoyed this stew. The lentils and sweet potatoes added a lot of flavor and texture. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and satisfying meal.


Eduardo Bonilla
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This barley lentil stew was a hit with my family! It was hearty, flavorful, and packed with protein. I especially loved the addition of the sweet potatoes, which added a nice touch of sweetness to the dish. I'll definitely be making this again.