Ichdeera (Beef And Lentil Stew) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked lentils
boiling water
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 lbs beef chuck, cut in 1-inch cubes
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups beef broth
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon oregano

Preparation

Cover lentils with boiling water. Let soak while preparing meat.
Heat oil in a large pot.
Brown beef and onions.
Add garlic, broth, salt and pepper.
Cover and cook over low heat for 1 hour.
Drain lentils.
Add lentils and oregano to pot.
Cover and cook 30 minutes longer, or until meat and lentils are tender.