Braised Lentils Recipe

Name: Braised Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed and drained; 1/2 small onion; 1 celery rib; 1 small carrot; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 4 slices smoked bacon, diced; 1/4 cup carrot, finely diced; 1/3 cup leek, finely diced; 1/3 cup onion, finely diced; 1 garlic clove, finely minced; 1/4 cup white wine; 1 cup chicken stock; 3 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons creme fraiche (can use Sour Cream as substitute); 1/4 cup chopped parsley

Servings: persons

1 cup dried lentils, rinsed and drained
1/2 small onion
1 celery rib
1 small carrot
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
4 slices smoked bacon, diced
1/4 cup carrot, finely diced
1/3 cup leek, finely diced
1/3 cup onion, finely diced
1 garlic clove, finely minced
1/4 cup white wine
1 cup chicken stock
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons creme fraiche (can use Sour Cream as substitute)
1/4 cup chopped parsley

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Pre-Cooking Lentils.
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1. Combine lentils, onion, celery, carrot, and bay leaves in a medium saucepot.
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2. Cover with cold water to measure 1 inch above level of lentils. Simmer, uncovered until lentils are cooked and liquid has mostly evaporated, about 20-25min. Season with salt and pepper.
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Braising Lentils.
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1. Heat vegetable oil in large skillet over medium high heat. Add bacon pieces and cook until slightly crispy.
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2. Add carrots, onion, leek, and garlic and gently sweat for a few minutes.
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3. Add wine to deglaze, scraping any crispy brown bits.
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4. Add chicken stock and lentils; bring to simmer and reduce until liquid reaches a light sauce consistency.
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5. To finish, gently stir in butter, creme fraiche and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed and drained, 1/2 small onion, 1 celery rib, 1 small carrot, and more.

Yes, Braised Lentils falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Braised Lentils

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