Braised Lentils With Garlic Sausage Recipe

Name: Braised Lentils With Garlic Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 large white onion, peeled; 1 celery rib, sliced; 2 garlic cloves, peeled; 1 finely chopped, 1 halved; 2 pounds fully cooked pork sausage such as French garlic sausage (see note), sliced 1 1/4-inch thick; 1 pound French green lentils, rinsed; 5 sprigs fresh thyme, tied with kitchen string; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus additional; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus additional; Red wine vinegar, to taste; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; Dijon mustard, for serving

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 large white onion, peeled
1 celery rib, sliced
2 garlic cloves, peeled; 1 finely chopped, 1 halved
2 pounds fully cooked pork sausage such as French garlic sausage (see note), sliced 1 1/4-inch thick
1 pound French green lentils, rinsed
5 sprigs fresh thyme, tied with kitchen string
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus additional
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus additional
Red wine vinegar, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Dijon mustard, for serving

1
Heat oil over medium heat in large, heavy-bottomed saucepan or Dutch oven.
2
Slice onion into quarters; cut quarters crosswise into 1-inch chunks.
3
Add onion, celery and garlic to pan; cook, stirring, until onions are translucent, about 10 minutes.
4
Do not let vegetables brown (lower heat if necessary).
5
Add sausage, lentils, thyme and enough water to cover.
6
Season with salt and pepper.
7
Simmer, partially covered, until lentils are tender, about 1 hour.
8
Season with vinegar and additional salt and pepper.
9
Discard thyme.
10
Stir in the parsley.
11
Serve warm, with mustard alongside.

633

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons canola oil, 1 large white onion, peeled, 1 celery rib, sliced, 2 garlic cloves, peeled; 1 finely chopped, 1 halved, and more.

Yes, Braised Lentils With Garlic Sausage 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.

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Braised Lentils With Garlic Sausage

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Variations & substitutions

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