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How To Cook Lentils

The final dish
Total Time
30 minutes
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
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Ingredients

2 servings
  • 1 cup uncooked lentils, picked over and rinsed*
  • 4 cups of water
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
BeginnerVegetarianDinnerGluten-Free
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Preparation

Step 1

Combine ingredients.

Step 2

Stir together the lentils, water and salt in a large saucepan.

Step 3

Simmer.

Step 4

Heat over medium-high heat until the water reaches a vigorous simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low to maintain the simmer. Cover and cook until the lentils are tender but not mushy, approximately:

Step 5

Green/Brown Lentils: 20-30 minutes

Step 6

French Lentils: 25-30 minutes

Step 7

Black Lentils: 25-30 minutes

Step 8

Drain the lentils completely using a strainer.

Step 9

Serve.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Step 11

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