Lentils With Sopressata And Ditalini Recipe

Name: Lentils With Sopressata And Ditalini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup brown lentils; 4 ounces sopressata or other dry Italian sausage; 28 ounces can of diced tomatos; 8 ounces can tomato sauce; 1 small onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons minced fresh basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1 cup ditalini or other small pasta; parmesan cheese, grated, for serving

Servings: persons

1 cup brown lentils
4 ounces sopressata or other dry Italian sausage
28 ounces can of diced tomatos
8 ounces can tomato sauce
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 cup ditalini or other small pasta
parmesan cheese, grated, for serving

1
Sweat onion and garlic in olive oil in a large, heavy saucepan until onion is limp and garlic smells garlicky. Add two cans of tomatos and two cups water and bring to a boil.
2
Rinse and pick over lentils and add to pot.
3
Slice sausage about 1/4 inch thick and then cut each slice into eight pie-shaped wedges. Toss into pot.
4
Add herbs and spices, reduce heat to medium low, and cover. Simmer until lentils are almost done, adding more water during cooking if needed.
5
When lentils are not quite done, add ditalini to pot and increase heat, again adding more water if necessary.
6
Top with grated parmegiano and, if desired, a drizzle of olive oil.

405

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup brown lentils, 4 ounces sopressata or other dry Italian sausage, 28 ounces can of diced tomatos, 8 ounces can tomato sauce, and more.

Yes, Lentils With Sopressata And Ditalini 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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Lentils With Sopressata And Ditalini

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