French Lentil Mushroom Stew

Serves 4

This is the coziest bowl of comfort. It’s rich and warming and just perfect on a dark evening.

Cover the lentils generously with water in a saucepan and bring them to a simmer. Let them simmer for about 20 minutes until they’re tender, then drain them.

Dice the onion, mince the garlic and slice the mushrooms. Add the olive oil to a large pot on medium heat. Add the onion and cook for about 4 minutes until starting to soften.

Add the mushrooms, season generously with salt and pepper, drizzle over the tamari/soy sauce and cook for a few minutes until golden.

Add the garlic and thyme to the pot and toss it all around for a minute. Add a splash of white wine and give it another stir.

Add the lentils to the pot with the stock and nut milk. Stir and bring it to a simmer.

Chop the kale and add it in. Cook for a few minutes until the kale has wilted. Season with salt and pepper and serve.