Yummy Lentils Recipe

Name: Yummy Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups green or black lentils; 1/2 red onion, peeled, hairy end left on; 1/2 carrot; 1 celery rib; 2 cloves garlic; 2 bay leaves; 1 thyme bundle, tied with butchers twine; Kosher salt; Extra virgin olive oil; 4 slices of bacon, cut into lardons; 1/2 red onion, finely diced; Kosher salt; 1 clove garlic, smashed and finely chopped; 1 carrot, finely diced; 1 celery rib, finely diced; 1/2 cup reserved lentil cooking liquid; 1 bunch of fresh chives, finely chopped

Servings: persons

2 cups green or black lentils
1/2 red onion, peeled, hairy end left on
1/2 carrot
1 celery rib
2 cloves garlic
2 bay leaves
1 thyme bundle, tied with butchers twine
Kosher salt
Extra virgin olive oil
4 slices of bacon, cut into lardons
1/2 red onion, finely diced
Kosher salt
1 clove garlic, smashed and finely chopped
1 carrot, finely diced
1 celery rib, finely diced
1/2 cup reserved lentil cooking liquid
1 bunch of fresh chives, finely chopped

1
In a large saucepan, combine the lentils, onion, carrot, celery, garlic, bay leaves, and thyme bundle.
2
Add water to cover everything by about 2 inches.
3
Bring the water to a boil (BTB) and reduce to a simmer (RTS); cook for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the lentils are soft.
4
Remove the pot from the heat and season the water with salt.
5
TASTE it to make sure it is well seasoned.
6
Let the lentils sit in the salty water for 10 to 15 minutes.
7
Ladle out 1/2 cup of the lentil cooking water and reserve.
8
Strain the lentils.
9
Remove all the veggies and aromatics and discard.
10
Coat the bottom of a large saute pan lightly with olive oil, add the bacon, and bring to medium heat.
11
When the bacon has rendered a lot of fat and become brown and crispy, 5 to 6 minutes, add the diced onion.
12
Season with salt and cook until soft and aromatic, 8 to 10 minutes.
13
Add the garlic and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more, stirring frequently.
14
Add the carrot and celery and continue to cook until soft and aromatic, another 2 to 3 minutes.
15
Add the cooked lentils and the reserved lentil cooking water.
16
Cook until most of the liquid has reduced.
17
Taste for seasoning and add salt if needed.
18
Toss in the chives and serve hot or at room temperature.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups green or black lentils, 1/2 red onion, peeled, hairy end left on, 1/2 carrot, 1 celery rib, and more.

Yes, Yummy Lentils 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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Yummy Lentils

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