Lentils and Rice With or Without Pork Recipe

Name: Lentils and Rice With or Without Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 1 large carrot, chopped; 4 ounces bacon or sausage, chopped, optional; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; Salt; freshly ground black pepper; 2 cups lentils, rinsed and picked over; 1 cup long-grain brown rice; 3 or 4 bay leaves; Chopped fresh parsley leaves for garnish

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
4 ounces bacon or sausage, chopped, optional
1 tablespoon minced garlic
Salt
freshly ground black pepper
2 cups lentils, rinsed and picked over
1 cup long-grain brown rice
3 or 4 bay leaves
Chopped fresh parsley leaves for garnish

1
Put the oil in a large, deep saucepan over medium heat.
2
When its hot, add onion, celery, carrot and meat, if using.
3
Cook until vegetables begin to become tender and meat begins to brown in places, 5 to 10 minutes.
4
Add garlic and some salt and pepper and cook for another minute or two.
5
Add lentils, rice, bay leaves and 4 cups of water.
6
Bring to a boil, then lower heat so liquid bubbles gently, and cover.
7
After 30 minutes, if rice and lentils are tender and liquid is absorbed, the dish is ready.
8
If lentils and rice are not tender, add enough liquid to keep bottom of pot moist, cover and cook for a few more minutes.
9
If rice and lentils are soft and there is much liquid remaining (which is unlikely), raise heat a bit and cook, uncovered, stirring once or twice, until it evaporates.
10
Discard bay leaves.
11
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, fluff with a fork and serve, garnished with parsley and drizzled with more olive oil.

529

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Carbs

Protein

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* 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 olive oil, plus more for drizzling, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 celery stalks, chopped, 1 large carrot, chopped, and more.

Yes, Lentils and Rice With or Without Pork 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lentils and Rice With or Without Pork

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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