Ingredients

2 tbsp. olive oil

1 1/4 c. dry lentils

3 c. boiling water or stock

1 tsp. salt

Dash of pepper

1 1/2 c. uncooked rice

1 c. boiling water or stock

Method

Heat oil in heavy pan or covered skillet.

Add rinsed and drained lentils.

Brown over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring often.

Add 3 cups boiling water or stock, salt and pepper.

Cook uncovered over medium heat for 10 minutes.

Stir in rice and 1 cup boiling water or stock.

Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 25 minutes without stirring.

Prepare sauce and onions while waiting.

In saucepan, heat ingredients together.

Bring to boil.

Reduce heat and simmer 20 to 30 minutes.

Heat in small skillet.

Saute over medium heat until brown.

To serve, place rice and lentil mixture on a platter.

Pour tomato sauce over top.

Top with browned onion.

Optional: Omit sauce, serve with plain yogurt and browned onion.

Option: Omit sauce, serve with plain yogurt and browned onions.

Serves 6 to 8.

Very nutritious, low cholesterol.

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