Are you craving a delectable and flavorful dish that combines the hearty goodness of lentils with the spicy kick of Cajun sausage? Look no further than our guide to creating the ultimate lentil stew with sausage Cajun style. This tantalizing stew is a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas that will leave your taste buds dancing and your belly satisfied. With its hearty lentils, succulent sausage, vibrant spices, and aromatic vegetables, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
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SAUSAGE LENTIL STEW
This hearty stew is brimming with protein-packed lentils, vegetables and tasty turkey kielbasa. It's big on flavor but easy on the budget. - Patti St. Antoine, Broomfield, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook the kielbasa, carrots, celery, onion and garlic in oil until vegetables are almost tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the water, potatoes, broth, lentils, salt, cumin and cayenne; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally. Add tomatoes and chiles; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 1236mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
LENTIL STEW WITH SAUSAGE
From Safeway Brand Lentils package: "Our tasters gave four-stars to this nutritious and easy to prepare entree. Smokey sausage, lots of spices and fresh greens give it wonderful flavor". I have made this stew a couple of times, each to success. I usually use what I have in the pantry, so it never - comes out exactly the same. I am posting the recipe as written - make adjustments for your own preferences.
Provided by NELady
Categories Stew
Time 50m
Yield 8 Bowls, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a 6 to 8 quart pot of Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat.
- Saute onions, garlic and carrots until soft, about 10 minutes.
- Add sausage, lentils, broth, sage, thyme, pepper and salt.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until lentils are barely tender, about 20 minutes.
- Stir in kale or spinach.
- Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes or until lentils are tender.
- Ladle soup into soup bowls.
LENTIL STEW WITH SAUSAGE CAJUN STYLE
Steps:
- Directions Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and curry powder and cook, stirring, until the garlic is fragrant. Add the broth, bay leaf, and lentils and bring to a boil. Lower heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Add the potatoes, cover, and cook until the potatoes and lentils are tender but not mushy, about 10 to 15 minutes. Meanwhile, place the kielbasa in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Brown on both sides. Set aside and keep warm. When the stew is cooked, stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice, arugula, and ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper. Divide the stew among bowls and top each with the kielbasa and Feta.
SPICY-SAUSAGE AND LENTIL STEW WITH ESCAROLE SALAD
A classic flavor pairing: lentils and greens together with spicy sausage meat make for a hearty stew.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large pot over medium-high. Add sausage, carrots, onion, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally and breaking up sausage into bite-size pieces, until meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste; cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add broth, 3 cups water, and lentils. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toss escarole with lemon juice and remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Top stew with escarole salad, drizzle with more oil, and serve.
FRENCH-LENTIL AND SAUSAGE STEW
A thick stew made with Le Puy lentils and kielbasa makes ahearty, no-fuss meal. Its aroma, reminiscent of French country cooking, comes from a blend of bay leaf and rosemary.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Brown sausage, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
- Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to pan; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the lentils, stock, 3 1/2 cups water, bay leaf, 1 teaspoon rosemary, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt. Bring stew to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until lentils are just tender, about 50 minutes.
- Return sausage to the pan; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in remaining 2 teaspoons rosemary. Season stew with salt and pepper.
CAJUN LENTIL STEW
Louisiana-style chili. Does it get chilly in Louisiana? Spice this one up with some red pepper if you want to. You know I like dat.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Stew
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a 3-quart saucepan, saute the onion and garlic in oil until tender.
- Add water and bay leaf; bring to a boil.
- Stir in lentils and return to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Stir in tomatoes, breaking them up; add wine, tomato paste, sugar, basil, oregano, thyme, salt and pepper.
- Bring stew to a boil; then reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes; add zucchini and simmer 15 minutes more.
- Discard bay leaf before serving.
- Serve over grilled slices of polenta or steamed brown rice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.4, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 257.4, Carbohydrate 27.9, Fiber 10.4, Sugar 8.8, Protein 8.9
LENTIL SOUP WITH ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE
Categories Soup/Stew Herb Pork Vegetable Mardi Gras Back to School Dinner Lunch Sausage Lentil Fall Winter Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine both stocks and lentils in large pot over high heat. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat medium skillet over medium heat. Add fennel; sauté until seeds are light golden brown, about 2 minutes. Remove seeds from skillet.
- Heat oil in same skillet over medium heat. Add celery, carrot and onion; sauté until onion is translucent and celery and carrot are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add toasted fennel seeds, sautéed vegetables, sausage, thyme and Creole seasoning to soup. Cover and simmer until lentils are very tender, stirring occasionally, about 45 minutes. Season soup to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm over medium heat, stirring occasionally.)
LENTIL STEW WITH SMOKED SAUSAGE
Simple to make and bursting with flavor, this one-pot lentil stew featuring smoked sausage, sweet potatoes, and beer is a great choice for dinner.
Provided by Karen Low
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine water, tomato juice, lentils, beer, onion, carrot, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, pepper, and bay leaf in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in sweet potatoes and sausage. Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, 30 to 35 minutes. Remove bay leaf before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.1 calories, Carbohydrate 56.5 g, Cholesterol 34.3 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 18.1 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 927.2 mg, Sugar 9.5 g
LENTIL & CHICKEN SAUSAGE STEW
Steps:
- In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until lentils are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 803mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 13g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic exchanges
Tips:
- Use high-quality Cajun sausage for the best flavor. Andouille or kielbasa are both good choices.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your liking. If you want a spicier stew, add more cayenne. If you prefer a milder stew, use less.
- If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large pot instead. Just be sure to cover the pot tightly so that the stew can simmer properly.
- Serve the stew over rice or with crusty bread for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Conclusion:
This lentil stew with sausage is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of lentils, sausage, and Cajun spices creates a flavorful and hearty stew that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give this lentil stew a try. You won't be disappointed!
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