Warming Lentil Stew

Prep time:                              10 minutes

Prep notes:

Cooking time:                        30 minutes

Yields:                                       4 people

Ingredients:

• 1 medium onion, chopped 2 parsnips or carrots, chopped 1 tablespoon sesame or olive oil
• 1 cup red lentils, washed
• 5 cups water
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• Chopped parsley or scallion for garnish

Directions:

1. Heat oil in a pot and sauté onion and parsnip for 10 minutes.
2. Add washed lentils and water and bring to a boil.
3. Skim off the foam. Lower the heat, add cumin and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
4. Add the lemon juice and salt. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
5. Serve in individual bowls and garnish with parsley or scallion