So anyway, this week I want to talk about lentils, because they're yummy and easy to prepare and oh so very healthy! They are a great source of iron, and also contain lots of protein, folate, and fiber. And check out how cheap they are: Arrowhead Mills Organic Lentils.
There's really only one way I regularly make lentils - and that is the world's easiest lentil soup... I combine half of a large onion (peeled, but not otherwise cut up), a clove of minced garlic, a small bay leaf, half a pound of lentils, and 4-5 cups of chicken or vegetable stock. Bring everything to a boil, then turn down the heat and simmer for 30 minutes, skimming occasionally. Remove the onion and bay leaf, add some fresh or dried thyme and about a tablespoon of butter, and continue to cook for about 10 minutes. Everyone in my family loves them this way, and it's so easy, I haven't been motivated to try many other recipes - but if you have a great way of preparing lentils, please let me know!
And you know what goes great with this soup on a rainy day like today? Homemade pretzels!
I'm off to spend the night at the hospital with a little foster baby - if you could add Baby T to your prayers tonight, I would greatly appreciate it. ♥
3 comments:
Those look fabulously yummy! Have a good stay at the hospital.
I discovered lentils while living in Mexico. They slice up a fresh banana and add it to the bowl after serving. Try it. You'll be surprised how well the banana compliments the lentils.
YUM! I've been wondering about your vegetable of the week - especially after "egg". hee he
I'm sitting here trying to decide if I want to get a snack or go to bed - I think I better go to bed.
Have a Happy Mother's Day!
Love,
Lynnette
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