Slow Cooker Red Lentil Stew With Chickpeas And Orzo Recipes

SLOW COOKER RED LENTIL STEW WITH CHICKPEAS AND ORZO

Steps:

• Sauté the onion and garlic in 2 tablespoons veggie broth in a small pan over medium heat for about 5 to 6 minutes, until soft and translucent.
• Add the onions/garlic along with everything else, except the orzo and parsley, into the bowl of your slow cooker.
• Cook on high 2 to 3 hours until the lentils are soft.
• Add the orzo and cook on low another 30 minutes until the orzo is tender.
• Taste and add additional seasoning (salt, pepper, etc.) as needed.
• Stir in the fresh parsley and serve.

SLOW COOKER RED LENTIL & CHICKPEA CURRY WITH POTATOES & PEAS

Steps:

• To a 4-quart or larger slow cooker, add the lentils, chickpeas, onion, garlic, potatoes, vegetable broth, curry powder, cayenne pepper if using, and salt. Stir, place the lid on the slow cooker, and cook on low for 7-8 hours (high for about 4 hours), until the potatoes and lentils are cooked through. It'll be relatively thick until you do the next step.
• About 30 minutes before eating, start cooking your rice and stir in the coconut milk and peas. Continue cooking on low for another 20-30 minutes.
• Taste and add additional salt if desired.
• To serve, add some rice to your bowl plus the curry. Top with fresh cilantro. That's it!