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Cheesy Bacon Lentil Stew

Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 1 hour
Total: 1 hour 15 minutes
Full of comforting flavors and warmth, this Cheesy Bacon Lentil Stew is packed with nutrition!
Servings: 6 bowlfuls
Calories: 591kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 yellow onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 4 cup sprouted lentils
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 4 large carrots diced
  • 3-4 quarts water and/or broth or enough to fully cook the lentils
  • 2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 4-6 slices crispy bacon crumbled

Instructions

  • In large pot, caramelize onions in fat/oil.
  • Add in garlic and sauté.
  • Sprinkle mixture with oregano and cumin and sauté until fragrant (just about a minute).
  • Add in lentils and carrots and stir to coat with onion mixture.
  • Pour in stock/water and bring to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, fry bacon.
  • When lentils and carrots are fork-tender, turn off the heat and stir in the remaining ingredients.
courses: Soup
cuisine: American
keyword: bacon, cheese, dinner, soup, stew