Beef and Lentil Stew

As I was looking this recipe over I realized I had all of the ingredients and so I just started making it! Hubby loved it.

Serves 6

Place in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat:

1 pound lean ground beef

1 medium-sized onion, chopped

Saute until beef is browned and the onion is translucent.

Then add:

2 medium-sized carrots, thinly sliced

1 cup thinly sliced mushrooms

2 cloves garlic, grated

1 28-ounce can tomatoes (about 4 cups)

1 tablespoon soy sauce

2 teaspoons basil (2 tablespoons fresh chopped)

1 teaspoon marjoram

1 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon cumin

1/2 teaspoon oregano (2 teaspoons fresh chopped)

Bring to a boil, then add:

1 cup dry lentils

Return to a boil; cover and lower heat and allow to simmer for about 40 minutes, until lentils and vegetables are tender. Be careful it doesn't run dry; you may have to add a little water.