Hearty Lentil and Potato Stew

1Preparing the Ingredients 1. Rinse the lentils (1 cup) and set them aside. Peel and dice the potatoes, chop the onion (1), and measure out the pasta shells (2 cups) and rice (½ cup).

2Cooking the Stew 2. In a large pot, heat the oil (2 tablespoons) over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent.

3Add the diced potatoes (1 cup) and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4Pour in the water (4 cups), add the rinsed lentils (1 cup), salt (1 teaspoon), and sugar (½ cup). Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.

5Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 30 minutes or until the lentils (1 cup) and potatoes are tender.

6Stir in the pasta shells (2 cups) and rice (½ cup). Cover and simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes until the pasta and rice (½ cup) are cooked through.

7Serve and Enjoy! 7. Ladle the hearty lentil and potato stew into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy this comforting and satisfying meal!