Tuesday, May 8, 2007

Red Lentils

2 c. red lentils
3 c. hot water
1 tsp. cumin seed
1/4 c. chopped onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
1 - 2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. turmeric
1 qt. hot water
Rinse lentils well. Soak in 3 c. hot water 5 min, drain.
Lightly spray large pot with pam. Heat pot, add cumin
seed. Stir briefly, add onions & garlic. Heat a few
minutes, & stir occasionally.
Add lentils & remaining ingredients. Stir briefly,
Add 1 qt. hot water & mix well. Cover and cook til
lentils are tender.Add butter last, at end of cooking

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