Czech Lentils (Cocka) Recipe

Name: Czech Lentils (Cocka)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 ribs celery, sliced thin; 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup green lentils; 3 cups water; 5 ounces lean ham, cut into bite-size cubes; 1 bay leaf; Freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried marjoram; 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Servings: persons

1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 ribs celery, sliced thin
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup green lentils
3 cups water
5 ounces lean ham, cut into bite-size cubes
1 bay leaf
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 1/2 teaspoons dried marjoram
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste

1
Saute onion, garlic and celery in hot oil in a 4- to 6-quart pot until the onion begins to turn golden.
2
Add lentils and stir to coat well; saute another minute or two.
3
Add water, ham, bay leaf and pepper; rub marjoram between palms of hand and add; cover and simmer for 25 to 35 minutes, until lentils are firm but tender.
4
(If water evaporates before lentils are cooked, add a little more.)
5
Drain any excess water; remove bay leaf.
6
Stir in vinegar and salt.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large onion, chopped, 3 cloves garlic, minced, 2 ribs celery, sliced thin, 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Czech Lentils (Cocka) falls under the General 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.

Czech Lentils (Cocka)

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