Carmelized Onion and Lentil Spread

By dette

This spread is similar to a vegetarian version of pate. It is great on crackers or pita chips, but you could also use it in a sandwich or even as a side dish with chicken or meat.

Ingredients

• 3 c. diced onions
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp + 1 1/2 c. water
• 1/2 c lentils
• 2 tbsp sherry
• 1/2 t salt
• 1/2 t ground black pepper
• 1 t. chopped fresh sage
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Preparation

Step 1

In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the onions, oil, and 3 tbsp of the water. Cook over medium ehat, stirring occasionally, until the onions are just golden, about 15 mintues.
Add the lentils and remaining 1 1/2 c water, cover, and cook over very low heat for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the sherry, salt, and pepper and cook, uncovered, over medium ehat until the compote is thick about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat, add the sage and parsley, and let cool.

56 calories
3 g protein
9 g carbohydrates
1 g total fat
0.5 g saturated fat
0 mg cholesterol
3 g dietary fiber
101 mg sodium