Lentil Stew in Slow Cooker

Serves 4

Enjoy the fragrance wafting through the house.

Sonya

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter

1 large onion, diced

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

1 carrot, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoons ginger root, minced

1 tsp turmeric powder

1/2 tsp curry powder 

1/2 tsp cardamom

1/4 tsp ground cloves

1/4 tsp cinnamon

1 1/2 cups green lentils

1 quart or 4 cups chicken broth

Instructions

In frying pan, heat butter on medium heat. Bring to sizzle then add onion, salt and pepper. Sauteé for about 4 minutes, stirring frequently. Add carrots and continue cooking for about 5 minutes.  Add garlic, ginger and ground spices. Saute, stirring constantly for about 1 minute using wooden spoon.  Add vegetables, lentils and broth to slow cooker. Stir and cook for 6 to 7 hours. Serve warm.