2020-08-13 / test@t

Lentil Pasta

This is a great dish for a hearty lunch, the first and second in one plate. Do not be surprised at the proximity of pasta and lentils, for Italy it is familiar. And they know a lot about pasta!

Lentil Pasta
Ingredients
  • 350 g of a fine paste such as ditalini
  • 200 g lentils
  • 80 g of bacon
  • 100 g mashed tomatoes
  • 1 medium carrot
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 celery stalks
  • 1 liter vegetable broth or water
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • 1 sprig of rosemary
  • 2 sprigs of thyme
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
  • grated parmesan for serving
  • olive oil
  • salt, freshly ground black pepper

STEP-BY-STEP COOKING RECIPE

Step 1
Add lentils, tomatoes, chili flakes, rosemary and thyme to a saucepan, add broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook lentils for about 40 minutes, until tender. Season with salt and pepper. Remove the rosemary and thyme sprigs.
Step 2
Bring the lentils to a boil again, add the pasta (add a little broth if necessary) and cook for about 10 minutes. Add the Parmesan, stir and serve immediately.
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