Lentil Stew
1 lb. brown lentils, dried
1 lb. bulk sausage opt. (leave out for vegetarian)
1-onion chopped
1-green pepper-fresh or frozen diced
15 oz. canned, fresh, or frozen- diced tomatoes
1 Tbls. Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. turmeric powder
1 tsp chilli powder
4 c. chicken or vegetable broth
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 c. chopped cabbage
Brown sausage. Remove from heat. Use a paper towel to remove all grease. Add remaining ingredients, stir, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 45 minutes until lentils are soft. Serve with corn bread. May cut recipe in half as it makes a lot. It makes about 8 servings as a meal.
May top with sour cream, shredded cheese, or pimento cheese.
May add diced carrots or celery before cooking.