Baked Lentil and Vegetable Stew

Ingredients

 * 1 	lbs  	Brussels sprouts
 * 1 	cup 	Dried green lentils
 * 3 	cup 	Water
 * 1 	cup 	Onions, chopped
 * 2 	cup 	Celery, chopped
 * 1 	cup 	Carrots, sliced
 * 4 	cup 	Rutabaga, chopped
 * 4 		Bay leaves
 * 1 	tbsp 	Fresh gingerroot, grated
 * 2 	tbsp 	Tamari, low-sodium

Directions
1 	Preheat oven to 350 deg.

2 	Cut an "x" in the bottom of each brussels sprout.

3 	Combine brussels sprouts and remaining ingredients (except tamari) in a large baking dish.

4 	Bake, stirring occasionally, until lentils and vegetables are tender, about 1 hour.add more water to stew while baking if necessary.

5 	Stir in tamari and serve warm.