"This Meal Prep Slow Cooker Lentil Stew recipe is not only healthy & tasty, but convenient as well; your one-stop solution to breakfast, lunch & supper...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 onions (chopped)
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4 celery stalks (sliced, leaves included)
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6 carrots (peeled and cut into large pieces)
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4 potatoes (Russet. peeled and cut into chunks)
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4 garlic (cloves, minced or grated)
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2 cups green lentils (sorted and rinsed)
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1 cup soft wheat kernals (also known as wheat berries)
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1/3 cup parsley (Italian flat leaf, fresh, chopped)
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3 bay leaf
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon pepper (or more to taste)
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1 teaspoon oregano (dried)
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1 teaspoon thyme (dried)
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
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8 cups vegetable broth (homemade or low sodium)
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1/2 cup olive oil
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parsley (for garnishing, chopped)
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lemon juice (freshly squeezed, for garnishing)