posted by Terrytx 10-11-102 3:18 PM
* Exported from MasterCook *
Braised Lentils
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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Vegetarian
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3 whole cloves
1 small onion, peeled
2 cups water
1 1/2 cups petite green lentils
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons sherry
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons grated peeled fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can vegetable broth
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Insert cloves into onion. Combine onion, water, and next 9 ingredients (water through broth) in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes or until lentils are tender. Remove onion and bay leaf with a slotted spoon; discard. Stir in salt; cook 2 minutes.
Yield: 6 servings (serving size: 3/4 cup). 215 cal, 5.3g fat, 14.3g pro, 29.5g carb, 5.3g fiber, 0mg chol, 4.5mg iron, 394mg sod, 32mf calc.
Source: Cooking Light-6/02