Eggs with Lentils and Rice
Ingredients
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For Lentils16 oz. package of frozen creamed spinach
- 1 1/2 cups diced carrots
- 16 oz. dried lentils
- 5 cloves garlic - chopped
- 29 oz. can crushed or tomato puree
- 3 - 4 cups water (as needed)
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Rice2 cups uncooked rice
- 1/4 tsp. turmeric
- Prepare the rice as directed adding the turmeric to the water.
Topping for the Lentils1 red onion – sliced
- 1/2 cup Italian parsley - chopped
- 3 cloves garlic - chopped
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. sugar
- 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Eggs2 eggs – beaten with a splash of milk
- 1 tsp. olive oil
Instructions
For LentilsRinse the lentils and drain and repeat. Place the lentils is a bowl and fill with water to just cover the lentils.
- Heat a saucepan with the olive oil. Add the garlic, carrots and creamed spinach. Sauté on low until the creamed spinach is thawed.
- Add the soaked lentils and the tomato puree. Add the seasonings and the water as needed to make sure lentils are barely covered. Gently cook until the lentils are soft. Approximately 30 – 35 minutes.
For the RiceHeat a small frying pan with the olive oil. Add the onion, garlic and parsley, along with the seasonings to sauté until the onion is soft and the garlic fragrant.
For the EggsHeat a small frying pan with olive oil and pour the egg mixture into the pan; when the eggs are set gently flip.
- Plate the rice topped with the lentils and the onion mixture and the eggs.
- Add a drizzle of olive oil and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
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Enjoy with Love,
Catherine
xo
Miz Helen says
Hi Catherine,
We will all dance in a graceful twirl around this delicious Lentils and Rice dish. I really enjoyed your lovely post. Happy St. Patrick's Day and thank you so much for sharing your awesome post with Full Plate Thursday. Have a great week and come back soon!
Miz Helen
Angie Schneider says
I too love lentils! This looks homey and very tasty!
La cucina di Molly says
Che piatto favoloso e gustoso, complimenti Catherine! Buona domenica, ciao!
Zainab Mansaray says
That was a beautiful poem Catherine. Reading it this morning puts a smile on the rest of the day. Of course this dish looks delicious!! I love lentils and I love that you added eggs on to. Can't wait to try. Hope you have a great weekend 🙂
Joanne T Ferguson says
G'day! Can't beat lentils and rice re healthy Catherine!
Cheers! Joanne
Thanks for sharing at the Foodie Friends Friday No Rules Party!
Rose says
I love this. Yet, I have been eating less rice these days but I surely love lentils. I made lentil soup just yesterday. Have a lovely weekend Sweet One.
Hugs, Rose
MonuTeena RecipesPassion says
this is one of my fav meal 😛
Laurence G. says
This dish seems delicious and nourishing! PS: I LOVE ballet. 😉
Reeni Pisano says
So beautiful Catherine! This looks so delicious! I love topping my food with eggs - especially for dinner! xoxo
Blondee says
What a beautiful and heart dish! Thanks for sharing!