Lentils

By twix
@teison2 (5921)
Norway
February 21, 2007 8:17am CST
I need some ideas for an easy to do dish with lentils. Please help me as my diet is extremely boring these days. I need some new input!
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21 Feb 07
This is a great way to make lentils more interesting. Lentil Dahl - http://www.recipesforvegans.co.uk/lentildahl.html
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@vivasuzi (4127)
• United States
21 Feb 07
Thanks for the link! I've had a bag of lentils for a few months now and I've been wondering what to do with it. I wasn't in the mood for lentil soup and that's all I know how to make. I'll check out your link, see what I can do :)
• United States
23 Feb 07
I'll sometimes mix other kinds of beans with the lentils, like from an Indian grocery store, yellow split mung beans, or something different like that. I soak them a little, about 3/4 cup, and then I'll sautee a half a tomatoe, maybe some squash, and I'll drain the beans, and sautee them also. Oh, before I do all that, I'll sautee some spices, like cumin seeds, coriander seeds, some garlic and ginger. Then I'll add the beans and some vegis, and then I'll add about 7 cups of water, bring to a boil, and cook the beans for about 45 minutes or so. I like to use the garam masala, too, and fresh cilantro. When the beans are soft, I take some of the slightly cooled cooked beans and I'll blend them in a blender, and then put that back into the soup. I like to add a little lemon juice, too. It's so yummy.
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@asfi123 (951)
• India
21 Feb 07
here are some recipes for you Monastery Lentils Those monks know their stuff! The sherry makes this wonderful - don't leave it out! I like this best with Parmesan on top, but cheddar is awfully good too. Serve with crusty bread for a hearty, meatless meal. by belkathy | Edit...My Notes 4 servings 1¼ hours 10 min prep Change to: servings US Metric 1/4 cup olive oil 2 large onions, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or more) 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram (or more) 3 cups beef stock or chicken stock (or vegetarian stock) 1 cup dry lentils, washed and sorted salt 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional) 1 lb canned tomatoes 1/4 cup dry sherry grated parmesan cheese or cheddar cheese or swiss cheese, to top Main Dish Stove Top Main Dish Low Cholesterol Main Dish Lentils Main Dish In a large pot, saute the carrot and onions 3-5 minutes in the olive oil. Add and saute one minute more: thyme and marjoram. Add the stock, lentils, salt, parsley, and tomatoes. Bring to boil, then cover and reduce heat. Let cook until lentils are tender (about 35-45 minutes). Add the sherry and allow to cook for just a few minutes more. Top with cheese to serve. here is nother recipe MUNCHIES (Lentils) Recipe #4393424 ratings by L DJ | 2 cups 2¼ hours 2 hours prep Change to: cups US Metric 1 cup lentils (not red) 1 quart water 2 tablespoons canola oil 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon curry powder 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Snacks
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