Mawmenye (Lentils and Beef Stew)

Description

This recipe is an unusual yet yummy blend of ingredients. Beef and lentils are accented with spiced turnip, raisins and figs. It is a hearty yet easy one-pot meal.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 ¼ pounds lean beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup dry lentils
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup diced turnip
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon dried basil
• 1 cup raisins
• ⅔ cup chopped dried figs

Prep Time: 30 mins

Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins

Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins

Servings: 6