Smoky Lentil Stew

Mmmm… Hearty, smoky lentil stew. I added some pan-fried maple-smoked tempeh from @the_tofurky_company for some added oomph. Great way to up the comfort on these cold days.

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 carrots, chopped
• 3 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 bunch baby spinach
• 2 potatoes, cubed
• 1 cup dried green lentils, rinsed
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable stalk
• 1 pack maple smoked tempeh, diced and pan fried
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp tumeric
• 1/2 tsp oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• salt & pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Sauté onion in oil in large pot until translucent. Add remaining vegetables and stir. Add spices and stir to coat.
2. Add lentils, chopped tomatoes and vegetable stock. Bring to boil then reduce heat to simmer. Leave covered until vegetables and lentils soften, about 30-45 minutes.
3. Stir in tempeh. Enjoy!