Lentils and Spaghetti Recipe

Name: Lentils and Spaghetti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup lentils rinsed and drained; 3 cups chicken broth; 1 pound kale; 4 ounces ham lean, minced; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onions peeled, chopped; 2 each garlic cloves peeled and minced; 1 teaspoon cumin ground; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed; 12 ounces spaghetti dry; 1/2 cup cheese sharp, aged, shredded

Servings: persons

1 cup lentils rinsed and drained
3 cups chicken broth
1 pound kale
4 ounces ham lean, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onions peeled, chopped
2 each garlic cloves peeled and minced
1 teaspoon cumin ground
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed
12 ounces spaghetti dry
1/2 cup cheese sharp, aged, shredded

1
Combine lentils with 2 cups of the broth in a small saucepan.
2
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until lentils are tender.
3
Meanwhile, wash kale and remove woody stems.
4
Slice leaves into thin strips, set aside.
5
Mince ham and set aside.
6
Heat olive oil in a wide skillet and add onion and garlic.
7
Cook over medium heat about 10 minutes, then add cumin, red pepper flakes, kale and ham.
8
Stir about 3 minutes, until kale is limp and reduced in size.
9
Add cooked lentils and remaining broth.
10
Cover and cook until tender.
11
Season with salt and pepper.
12
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil.
13
Add spaghetti and cook until al dente (cooked but a little firm to the bite), about 8 minutes.
14
Drain well and put in a large bowl.
15
Top with lentil mixture and toss.
16
Sprinkle with cheese and serve.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup lentils rinsed and drained, 3 cups chicken broth, 1 pound kale, 4 ounces ham lean, minced, and more.

Yes, Lentils and Spaghetti falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Lentils and Spaghetti

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