French Lentils With Garlic and Thyme
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 Carrots
- 2 1/4 cups French Lentils
- 1 teaspoon Thyme
- 3 Bay Leaf
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 2 sticks Celery
Instructions
- Place a large saucepan over medium heat and add oil
- When hot, add chopped vegetables and sauté until softened, 5 to 10 minutes
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Add 6 cups water, lentils, thyme, bay leaves and salt
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a fast simmer
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Simmer lentils until they are tender and have absorbed most of the water, 20 to 25 minutes
- If necessary, drain any excess water after lentils have cooked
- Serve immediately, or allow them to cool and reheat later
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For a fuller taste, use some chicken stock and reduce the water by the same amount