Baden-Württemberg Style Lentil and Sausage Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

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Hearty lentil stew with smoked sausage and root vegetables, reflecting the comforting flavors found in the Baden-Württemberg region. This German-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs green lentils, smoked sausage, carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 45 min Serves 4 German cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup green lentils
12 oz, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces smoked sausage
1 large, diced carrot
1, diced celery stalk
1 medium, chopped onion
2, minced garlic cloves
4 cups vegetable broth
1 bay leaf
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme

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Instructions

Step 1: Rinse 1 cup green lentils under cold water and set aside. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2: Add 1 chopped onion, 1 large diced carrot, and 1 diced celery stalk to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
Step 3: Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Add 12 oz sliced smoked sausage to the pot and brown for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 5: Pour in 4 cups vegetable broth, add rinsed lentils, 1 bay leaf, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme.
Step 6: Bring stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 35-40 minutes until lentils are tender and stew thickens.
Step 7: Remove bay leaf, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve hot with crusty bread.