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Lentils with Rice

By Diana Rattray, About.com

A lentil recipe with rice and curry seasoning.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup dried lentils
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cups hot cooked rice

Preparation:

Wash lentils; place in a bowl. Pour milk over lentils and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight. In a large heavy skillet, brown onion in oil and butter; add water, curry powder, and lentils with milk. Simmer for about 1 hour, or until lentils are tender; stir occasionally and add more water if needed. Season to taste with salt and pepper; add lemon juice. Serve over hot cooked rice. Serves 4.

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