Red Split Lentils (Trader Joe's)

By á-95406

Ingredients

• Toppings:
• 1 c red split lentils, rinsed and sorted
• 2 1/4 c low sodium broth {try less, it was soupy}
• 1/4 c white vermouth or red wine
• 1 tsp black pepper {try 3/4}
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes
• seasoning salt to taste {no salt needed with broth and sausage}
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Minced and sauteed garlic, caramelized leeks, crisp chopped bacon, grilled Italian sausages, grilled or roasted tomatoes, diced and soaked dried apricots, grilled vegetables, Parmesan cheese or your favorite topping.

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in pan; add lentils, toss to coat; about 1 minute. Add broth, wine and seasoning. Cover w/a lid and simmer over low heat until tender and the liquids almost absorbed, about 12 minutes. Serve simple or add toppings of your choice. {Browned bulk Italian sausage.}