Yes! If your lentils are taking a bit longer to cook than mine did, it may be due to the variety you're using. As mentioned above, brown/green lentils are my go-to for stews because they hold their shape. If your lentils aren't cooked after 30 minutes, just add a bit more veggie broth and keep cooking the dish until they are tender. Brown/Green lentils will never get soft or mushy like red lentils, but they should be chewy, earthy, and firm on the outside with softer insides.