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Marry Me Lentils

Marry Me Lentils is a plant-based recipe featuring tender lentils simmered in a creamy sauce, offering a comforting dish loaded with protein and fiber.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Vegetarian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 489 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet

Ingredients
  

Sun-Dried Tomato Mixture

  • 2 tablespoons oil from sun-dried tomato jar
  • ½ cup drained julienne-cut sun-dried tomatoes in oil with herbs, chopped
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped (1 Tbsp.)

Lentil Base

  • 3 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 cup dry red lentils, rinsed and picked over
  • 3 cups chopped stemmed kale

Creamy Mixture

  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil , plus more for garnish
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Serving

  • 4 slices crusty whole-wheat baguette, toasted (1-ounce each)

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil from sun-dried tomatoes in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add chopped onion, ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes and ½ teaspoon salt; cook, stirring often, until softened, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Stir in chopped garlic, 1 tablespoon tomato paste, 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning and ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant and deep red in color, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Stir in rinsed lentils and 3 cups broth; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover and reduce heat to maintain a lively simmer; cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Stir in 3 cups kale; continue gently simmering, covered and stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender, about 5 more minutes.
  • Stir in ½ cup cream and 2 tablespoons basil; cook, uncovered and stirring occasionally, until the sauce is slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Gradually stir in ¼ cup Parmesan, stirring until melted, about 1 minute.
  • Garnish with additional basil, if desired. Serve with toasted baguette.

Notes

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Add a splash of liquid to thin when reheating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 489kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 19gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 39mgSodium: 656mgPotassium: 869mgFiber: 9gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 36mgCalcium: 162mgIron: 5mg
Keyword comfort food, Healthy, High-Protein, Lentils, nut-free, Plant-Based
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