Photo Credit: “Pasta Sauce with Lentils” by Jim Lukach / CC BY 2.0
- Yield: 6 servings
Lentil Spaghetti Sauce
Key Points
- Serving size: 249 grams
- Lentils come in many different colors, but brown is most common in the US. Lentils are one of the few legumes that do not need to be soaked.
- To prepare lentils, rinse under cold water before using.
- To keep dried lentils, store in an airtight container for up to 1 year. Cooked lentils can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Lentils are high in fiber, which help keep you regular.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a pot, add rinsed lentils and onion to 2 cups water.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer.
- Cook until tender, about 30 to 45 minutes (the water will be almost gone). Stir often. Add more liquid if needed.
- Add remaining ingredients and simmer for 20-30 minutes.
- Refrigerate leftovers.
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