Lentil Stew

Description

Lentil Stew is a good incorporation of vitamin E and calcium that tastes great.

Ingredients

• 1 cup red split lentils
• 4 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 bay leaf
• Tablespoon margarine
• Tablespoon olive oil
• 2 large potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
• Teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 28 ounces can diced tomatoes
• 2 teaspoons garam masala
• 1 teaspoon honey or sugar

Procedure

1. In a large pot, combine and cook water, lentils, salt and bay leaf. Remove bay leaf.
2. In a large frying pan, combine cubed potatoes, turmeric, cayenne pepper and olive oil and fry for 5-10 minutes.
3. Add to the pot with the lentils, and then combine all ingredients and cook until the potatoes are soft and tender. Excellent served with chapatis or rice.