Lentils with old vegetables from the back of the crisper drawer make a delicious, filling, and inexpensive meal.
Ingredients
Additional Notes
Pre-cooked lentils keep in the refrigerator for months (try these: http://www.melissas.com/Steamed-Lentils-p/28.htm). When the lentils are cooked, the dish can be prepared in a few minutes. Dried lentils are very inexpensive (feeding 8-10 people for $1.50) and have a long shelf life but need to be cooked for 30 - 45 minutes.
Instructions
Clean lentils to remove any stones. Mix lentils in 6 - 8 cups of water or broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce and simmer for 30 - 45 minutes.
Chop carrots, celery and onion (or any other veggies on hand). Mix vegetables with warm, drained lentils and citrus vinaigrette.
Serve warm or cold. (Recipe♦539)