Cajun Lentil Stew Recipe

• 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
• 6 ounce spicy smoked beef sausage - (1 link) diced (abt 1 1/2 c.)
• 1 x green bell pepper cored, seeded, and diced (abt 1 1/2 c.)
• 1 med onion diced (abt 1 1/2 c.)
• 2 x celery stalks diced (abt 1 c.)
• 2 x green onions chopped
• 1 bag brown lentils - (16 ounce) rinsed under cool running water
• 2 tsp Cajun seasoning blend
• 10 c. water
• 1 can diced tomatoes - (14 1/2 ounce)
• 1/2 tsp garlic pwdr
• 1/2 tsp thyme leaves
• 1 tsp salt

Directions