LENTILS AND TOMATO SAUCE WITH MACARONI AND FRIED ONIONS
Always on the lookout for a good vegetarian recipe, I found this in Joy of Cooking. The whole family loved it -- even my picky husband -- and it's a good way to use up the lentils I always have left over after making lentil soup. Although the recipe calls for 3 cups of water, I highly recommend using 2 cups of vegetable broth and 1 cup of water to give this dish a richer flavor.
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Categories Low Protein
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the diced onions and cook, stirring, until the onions are golden brown, about 20 minutes, being careful not to let them get too dark. Remove half of the onions and reserve. Stir the garlic into the remaining onions and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir the lentils and water (or water/broth combo) into the onion mixture. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until the lentils are tender, about 25 minutes.
- Stir in the tomatoes, cumin, coriander, and allspice. Cover and cook for 10 minutes. Uncover and simmer, stirring to break up the tomatoes, until the mixture is thickened, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta in plenty of boiling salted water until tender but firm, about 10 minutes. Drain. Quickly dry the pasta cooking pot and add the reserved onions along with the cumin seeds. Cook, stirring over medium-high heat until the onions are sizzling. Add the drained macaroni and stir to combine. Taste and adjust the seasonings. To serve, spoon the macaroni into individual bowls and top with a ladleful of the spiced lentils. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes to taste, if desired.
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Talhah Wazir
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Elam Biko
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The lentils and tomato sauce are very flavorful, and the macaroni and fried onions add a nice touch of crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Avril Br
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
02 Ii
[email protected]This recipe was just okay. The lentils and tomato sauce were a bit bland, and the macaroni and fried onions didn't add much flavor. I wouldn't make this recipe again.
Alex Nana Amponsah
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so it's easy to clean up. I've also made it with different types of pasta, and it's always good.
Raj Pradhan
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The lentils and tomato sauce were cooked perfectly, and the macaroni and fried onions added a nice touch of flavor and texture. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Roman Munshi
[email protected]This recipe was a disappointment. The lentils were overcooked and mushy, and the tomato sauce was bland. The macaroni and fried onions were the only saving grace, but they weren't enough to make up for the rest of the dish.
MAICOL FRANCISCO
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The lentils and tomato sauce are so flavorful and comforting, and the macaroni and fried onions add a great texture and crunch. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so it's easy to clean up.
Nicole Randolph
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The lentils and tomato sauce are very flavorful, and the macaroni and fried onions add a nice touch of crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Baizid momin
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Arianna Bartes
[email protected]This recipe was just okay. The lentils and tomato sauce were a bit bland, and the macaroni and fried onions didn't add much flavor. I wouldn't make this recipe again.
Ms Wilson
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so it's easy to clean up. I've also made it with different types of pasta, and it's always good.
oliqi ranking
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The lentils and tomato sauce were cooked perfectly, and the macaroni and fried onions added a nice touch of flavor and texture. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Giovanni Toender
[email protected]This recipe was a disappointment. The lentils were overcooked and mushy, and the tomato sauce was bland. The macaroni and fried onions were the only saving grace, but they weren't enough to make up for the rest of the dish.
khursheed channa
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The lentils and tomato sauce are so flavorful and comforting, and the macaroni and fried onions add a great texture and crunch. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so it's easy to clean up.
Shree Narayan Gurung
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The lentils and tomato sauce are very flavorful, and the macaroni and fried onions add a nice touch of crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
4 B
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The lentils and tomato sauce are always cooked perfectly, and the macaroni and fried onions add a great flavor and texture.
Shaaira Gaffoor
[email protected]This recipe was a hit with my family! The lentils and tomato sauce were flavorful and comforting, and the macaroni and fried onions added a nice touch of texture and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.