Lentils Italiano

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cups Vegetable broth or one 14-ounce can beef or vegetable broth
• 3/4 cup dried lentils, washed
• One 16-ounce can diced tomatoes with juice
• 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Directions

1. In a heavy saucepan, saute the onion and garlic in the olive oil for 5 minutes, until the onion is tender.
2. Add the broth and lentils. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
3. Add the tomatoes with their liquid, 1/2 cup water, and the remaining ingredients; simmer over low heat, uncovered, for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water if the mixture becomes too dry.

Recipe Yield: Makes: 6 Servings (1 Serving = 2/3 Cup)

Source: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes
Book Title: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes

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