Ingredients
French lentils, .5 cup
Red or peach-colored lentils, .5 cup
Rice, 1 cup
Tomatoes, 3 medium, chopped in larger chunks
Celery, 5 longer ones, chopped in larger chunks
White onion, half of a large one, chopped in larger chunks
Carrots, 4 chopped in larger chunks
Garlic, diced
Water or Veggie Stock or, 5 cups
Olive oil, 2 tableespoons
Salt (to your taste)
Cayenne (to your taste)
Preparation
Cook up the garlic and onions in the olive oil. While that’s happening, stir occasionally and take the time to chop up the carrots, celery, and tomatoes. When the onions are soft throw in the veggies, liquids, salt, and cayenne then bring to a boil. Add the lentils and rice and lower the heat. Cook for at least 35-40 minutes.