Bring to a simmer over medium heat and reduce heat to medium low. Simmer until the lentils are tender, about 25 minutes. If the liquid all evaporates and the lentils are not done, add a little water to keep the simmer going. “Wonderful stew, can be a vegetarian meal on its own. Or you can add some diced or shredded smoked duck, if you like meat.
Instructions Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onions, celery, and leeks and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and for another minute or two. Add the remaining ingredients Bring to a boil, then cover, and let simmer on medium-low heat for about 30 minutes or until lentils are tender.
Add the garlic about a minute before the vegetables are finished sautéing. Add the red lentils, and stir until mixed with the vegetables. Add the stock, tomatoes and juice, cumin, and Tabasco, if using. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and reduce heat to medium low. Simmer until the lentils are tender, about 25 minutes.
Sauté the carrots, onion, and celery in the olive oil until they start to caramelize a bit. Add the garlic about a minute before the vegetables are finished sautéing. Add the red lentils, and stir until mixed with the vegetables. Add the stock, tomatoes and juice, cumin, and Tabasco, if using.