Taco Lentils
2 1/3 cups green lentils -- rinsed 5 cups water 4 dried ancho peppers 16 ounces tomato sauce 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 garlic cloves -- minced 4 tablespoo...
Ingredients
- 21/3 cups green lentils -- rinsed
- 5cups water
- 4dried ancho peppers
- 16ounces tomato sauce
- 2teaspoons ground cumin
- 2teaspoons chili powder
- 2garlic cloves -- minced
- 4tablespoons packaged taco seasoning
Directions
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2 1/3 cups green lentils -- rinsed 5 cups water 4 dried ancho peppers 16 ounces tomato sauce 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons chili powd
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Bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes or until tender, but whole
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While lentils are boiling, remove seeds from ancho peppers and cover with boiling water
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When peppers are soft, place in a blender or small food processor with a little of the soaking water
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Ble nd until pureed
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Add remaining ingredients and blend just until mixed
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When lentils are finished, place in a deep baking dish
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Pour the sauce over the lentils and stir to combine