Lentil Pepperoni Stew

Total Time:Prep: 10 min. Cook: 1 hour 5 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Diane Hixon, Niceville, Florida

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Jan. 06, 2023

Turkey pepperoni nicely spices this thick lentil stew with rich tomato broth. This is a stick-to-your-ribs mainstay at our house. Diane Hixon of Niceville, Florida.

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Lentil Pepperoni Stew

Yield:6 servings (2-1/4 quarts)
Prep:10 min
Cook:1 hour 5 min

Ingredients

  • 6 cups water
  • 1-1/2 cups lentils, rinsed
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/4 pound sliced turkey pepperoni, quartered
  • 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 celery rib with leaves, chopped
  • 1 medium carrot, chopped
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Directions

  1. In a Dutch oven, combine the water, lentils, onion, pepperoni, tomato paste and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
  2. Add the tomatoes, celery and carrot; cover and simmer 35-45 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender.
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