Super Easy Sunday Dinner: Beefy Lentils and Gravy
Servings
6servings
Servings
6servings
Ingredients
Instructions
Stovetop Instructions
  1. If possible, soak the lentils in a pot of water for several hours ahead of time.  I find this makes them cook up quicker and softer but isn’t necessary. It also helps to increase digestibility and reduce the gas-causing factors.
  2. Rinse soaked lentils and cover with several inches of water. Add minced garlic if desired. I find these help to round out the flavor but you can get away without them.
  3. After lentils have softened (15-25 minutes, depending on soak time), drain and blend 1  cup cooked lentils with 1 Cup water and 2 tsp Better than Bouillion. Add to remaining lentils and taste.  I generally run my blender a second time with more water and possibility more Better than Bouillion to reach the desired consistency. Serve on top of potatoes, rice or however you like.
Instant Pot Instructions
  1. Place 1 cup lentils (unsoaked), 2 cups water and 1 clove minced garlic in bottom of 6 qt Instant Pot. Place tray or strainer in pot and add peeled carrots and potatoes above lentils.
  2. Close the lid and make sure the release is in the sealed position. Press Manual, and use arrows to set to 10 minutes. Once done, turn off and let pressure release naturally. After 10 minutes release remaining pressure and remove lid.
  3. Separate potatoes and carrots into separate bowl. Blend 1 cup lentils with 1 cup water and 2 tsp Better than Bouillion and pepper if using. Blend until smooth, taste and adjust consistency if desired. Add gravy to lentils and serve.