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Braised Lentils with Spinach

By Lidia Bastianich

3.8

(24)

Lenticchie Brasate

This recipe is an accompaniment for Chicken Breast Valdostana with Braised Lentils.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

2 cups brown lentils
2 small onions, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced (about 1 cup)
1 stalk celery, trimmed and diced (about 1 1/2 cup)
2 bay leaves
Salt
1/2 cup chicken stock or canned reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
4 cups finely shredded fresh spinach, thoroughly washed and drained

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Pour enough cold water over the lentils, onions, carrots, celery, and bay leaves in a 3-quart saucepan to cover by three fingers. Season with salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Adjust the heat so the water is at a gentle boil and cook until the lentils are tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain the lentils, discard the bay leaves, and transfer to a large skillet.

    Step 2

    Pour in the chicken stock and olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and cook until the liquid is reduced enough to coat the lentils, about 3 minutes. Scatter the spinach over the lentils and toss just until the spinach is wilted, about 1 minute. Taste and add salt and pepper if necessary. Serve immediately.

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