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As the cooler months roll in, there's nothing quite like a warm, hearty stew to comfort the soul. Stews are the ultimate comfort food, bringing a sense of home and warmth with every spoonful. Among the myriad of options, our Cozy Pumpkin & Lentil Stew shines brightly as a nutritious and satisfying choice, perfect for those busy weekdays when time is of the essence.

Cozy Pumpkin & Lentil Stew in a Snap

A comforting and quick pumpkin and lentil stew perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Vegetarian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1.0 cup red lentils, rinsed
  • 2.0 cups pumpkin puree
  • 1.0 medium onion, diced
  • 2.0 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.0 medium carrot, diced
  • 1.0 stalk celery, diced
  • 1.0 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1.0 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 4.0 cups vegetable broth
  • 1.0 cup coconut milk
  • 0.0 to taste Salt
  • 0.0 to taste Pepper
  • 0.0 to taste Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1.0 tablespoon Olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent. Then, add the minced garlic, diced carrot, and celery. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until softened.
  • Spice it Up: Stir in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, and ground turmeric. Sauté the spices with the vegetables for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add the Lentils and Pumpkin: Pour in the rinsed red lentils and pumpkin puree. Stir until everything is well combined.
  • Pour the Broth: Add the vegetable broth, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
  • Creaminess Factor: After the lentils are cooked, stir in the coconut milk. Allow the stew to heat through for an additional 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve and Garnish: Ladle the cozy stew into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Enjoy it with crusty bread or over steaming rice for an extra comforting meal.

Notes

Great served with crusty bread or over rice.
Keyword lentil, pumpkin, stew, vegetarian