Turkey Kielbasa With Apples and Lentils

Name: Turkey Kielbasa With Apples and Lentils
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 1/2 tbsp. olive oil, divided; 1 13-ounce package turkey kielbasa, sliced 1/3 inch thick on bias; 1 1/2 c. apple cider, divided; 1 yellow onion, sliced into 1/4-inch wedges; Kosher salt and pepper; 1 Gala apple, cored and sliced into 1/4-inch wedges; 1 tbsp. whole-grain mustard; 1 17.6-ounce package cooked lentils; 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar; 1/2 c. flat-leaf parsley leaves, finely chopped

Lighten up the classic apple-sausage combo.

By Tina MartinezPublished: Nov 7, 2024

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Mike Garten

Yields:

4 serving(s)

Total Time:

25 mins

Cal/Serv:

458

Packed with smoky turkey kielbasa and hearty lentils simmered with apple cider, this saucy, stewy one-pot meal encapsulates all the cozy vibes we want in fall fare.

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A+ APPLE: We love the Gala variety for its sweet, balanced flavor and ability to stand up to simmering.

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Ingredients

2 1/2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
1 13-ounce package turkey kielbasa, sliced 1/3 inch thick on bias
1 1/2 cups apple cider, divided
1 yellow onion, sliced into 1/4-inch wedges
Kosher salt and pepper
1 Gala apple, cored and sliced into 1/4-inch wedges
1 Tbsp. whole-grain mustard
1 17.6-ounce package cooked lentils
2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, finely chopped

Directions

1. Step 1Heat 1 Tbsp oil in large Dutch oven on medium-high. Cook kielbasa in single layer, flipping halfway through, until browned on both sides, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer to bowl. Add 1/4 cup cider to Dutch oven and scrape up browned bits from bottom; transfer to same bowl.
2. Step 2Reduce heat to medium and heat remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and starting to brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Add apple, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until apple is tender, 3 to 4 minutes.
3. Step 3Stir in mustard and remaining 1 1/4 cups cider and scrape any browned bits from bottom of pan.
4. Step 4Bring to a gentle simmer, then add lentils and kielbasa along with with juices from bowl. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is absorbed, 2 to 3 minutes.
5. Step 5Remove from heat and stir in vinegar and all but 2 tablespoons parsley. Divide among plates and sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons parsley.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per serving): About 458 calories, 17.5 g fat (3.5 g saturated), 57 mg cholesterol, 1,276 mg sodium, 51 g carbohydrate, 10 g fiber, 16.5 g sugar (0.5 g added sugar), 26 g protein