I don’t know about you but I want simple dinners during these warmer months. Something that can be prepared ahead of time and ready at a moment’s notice. Adding a punch of protein and convenience, it’s lentils for a simple summer meal.
What to make for dinner tonight?
The simple lentil has been nourishing people for centuries around the globe. It’s full of calcium, potassium, zinc, iron, and Vit B complex.
This super easy and tasty recipe is from Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon. Her cookbook and blog are full of healthy recipes and informative info. She even dives into how traditional food prep methods make a world of difference in your health
Basic Lentils
Serves 6-8 (as a side)
- 2 cups lentils, preferably green lentils
- warm filtered water
- 2 T whey or lemon juice
- 3 cups beef or chicken stock
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and mashed
- several sprigs of fresh thyme tied together (I just threw mine in the pot!)
- 1 t dried green peppercorns, crushed (I omitted)
- pinch dried chili flakes
- 1 t sea salt
- juice of 1-2 lemons or 3 T sauerkraut juice
Cover lentils with warm water. Stir in whey or lemon juice and leave in a warm place for about 7 hours.
Cooking:
Drain, rinse, place in a pot and add stock. Bring to a boil and skim off formed film. Add garlic, thyme, peppercorns and chille flakes and simmer, uncovered for about 1 hour or until liquid has been reduced. Stir occasionally to prevent burning. Add lemon juice or sauerkraut juice and season to taste. (I don’t add the juices)
What two things would pair perfectly with this meal? Homemade Bread (the easy way) and an earthy, Clean-Crafted Pinot Noir.
I can’t wait to hear what you think.
with strength, focus and simplicity,
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