# beef lentil stew

### credit source : https://herdailychapter.com/fall-soup-recipes/#4-high-protein-beef-lentil-stew-hearty-filling

**why we’re making this**  
a traditional cozy weather staple with extra protein.

**ingredients**  
- 1 lb beef stew meat  
- 1 cup dried lentils  
- 3 carrots, chopped  
- 2 potatoes, cubed  
- 1 onion, diced  
- 6 cups beef broth  
- 2 garlic cloves, minced  
- 1 tsp thyme, salt & pepper

**recipe**  
- brown beef in a large pot with garlic and onion  
- add carrots, potatoes, broth, and lentils  
- simmer on low for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until tender  
- adjust seasoning and serve hot

**ingredient + recipe benefits**  
potatoes are a complex carbohydrate, meaning they provide sustained energy. the complex carbs in potatoes can fuel activity and help maintain blood sugar levels. the lentils in this recipe add extra protein to keep you full longer.