Dinner

French Lentils with Garlic and Thyme

Name: French Lentils with Garlic and Thyme
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 carrot, chopped; 2 1/4 cups French lentils; 1 teaspoon thyme; 3 bay leaf; 1 tablespoon salt; 2 sticks celery, chopped; 6 cups water

Tender French lentils simmered with garlic, thyme, bay leaves, and sautéed vegetables.

35 min
310 kcal
Vegan
French

Mellowpan tip: Makes 6 servings. Plan the extras as tomorrow’s lunch.

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Ingredients

For 6 servings

Steps

Step 1:
Place a large saucepan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Step 2:
When the oil is hot, add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery; sauté until softened, 5 to 10 minutes.
5–10 min
Step 3:
Add 6 cups water, the French lentils, thyme, bay leaves, and salt.
Step 4:
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a fast simmer.
Step 5:
Simmer until the lentils are tender and have absorbed most of the water, 20 to 25 minutes.
20–25 min
Step 6:
If necessary, drain any excess water after the lentils have cooked.
Step 7:
Serve immediately, or allow the lentils to cool and reheat later.
Step 8:
For a fuller taste, use some chicken stock and reduce the water by the same amount.