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Smashed Red Lentils

September 13, 2014 By Jessica Leave a Comment

 

Next time you’re in the mood for mashed potatoes, try my Smashed Lentils instead! Full of fiber and unbelievably tasty! This recipe is a perfect, low fat alternative to the traditional high carb mashed potato dish.

Smashed Lentils

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Smashed Red Lentils
 
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Serves: 3-4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Red Lentils
  • 2¼ cups Chicken Stock (low sodium)
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced
  • ⅓ cup seasoned Bread Crumbs
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
  • S + P to taste
  • Fresh Herbs
  • Olive Oil (optional)
Instructions
  1. In a large pot, combine your Lentils, Garlic and Chicken Stock. Cover and bring to a boil. Once it has reached a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes. (to mix things up, you can do 1 cup Coconut Milk and 1 and ¼th cup Chicken Stock, it's super yum!)
  2. After about 20 minutes, stir in your Bread Crumbs and Parmesan Cheese. Take off heat and cover for 3-5 minutes.
  3. After everyone has mingled, dress with S + P, Fresh Herbs and a drizzle of Olive Oil. Serve warm.
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Smashed Red Lentils

 

 

 

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