Name: Slow Cooker Lentil Cauliflower Stew
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients: 16 oz dried lentils; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped ((about 2 cups of onion)); 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 lb cauliflower, chopped into very small florets; 2 leeks, white and green parts only, halved, washed carefully, and chopped); 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 2 bay leaves; 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme; 2 tsp kosher salt ((or to taste)); 1 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp cayenne ((very spicy-- add 1/4 tsp or less for a milder flavor)); 1/4 tsp black pepper; 8 cups low sodium vegetable broth; 32 oz diced tomatoes with juice ((1 large can)); 2 cups chopped kale or Swiss chard; Plain yogurt, herbed goat cheese, feta, crème fraîche, grated Parmesan, Greek yogurt or lowfat sour cream