Pasta with lentils
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Lentils are easily digestible, contain no cholesterol, and are rich in iron, phosphorus, and B vitamins. From a nutritional standpoint, 100 grams of lentils equal 215 grams of meat. To better absorb lentil proteins, it's best to consume them with rice, pasta, or bread. Using the same principle, you can prepare a paste with beans, chickpeas, potatoes, or pumpkin. Serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. For this dish, rinse the lentils thoroughly and soak them in warm water for 4–5 hours. Peel and wash all the vegetables. In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion, carrot, and celery, finely diced, together with a whole garlic clove for several minutes. When the garlic turns golden, remove it.
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Step 2
2. If the dish is prepared with ham or bacon, add the smoked meat cubes and sauté, stirring for 1-2 minutes. Then add a couple of teaspoons of tomato paste, mix everything well and sauté for 2 minutes.
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Step 3
3. Put the strained lentils into a saucepan, mix and sauté for a few minutes over medium heat.
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Step 4
4. Pour 3-4 cups of water, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and cook the lentils for 30 minutes. Add salt, bring back to a boil, add the pasta, stir, and cook according to the package instructions.
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Step 5
5. Serve the dish hot.