Morteau sausages with lentils

• For 4 people
• Preparation time : 90 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Morteau sausages : 4 sausages
• Lentils
  • Green lentils : 1 cup
  • Onion : 1 medium-sized
  • Carrot : 1 medium-sized
  • Celery stalk : 1
  • Garlic cloves : 2
  • Bay leaf : 1
  • Thyme sprigs : 2
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper : 1/4 teaspoon
  • Olive oil : 2 tablespoons

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Steps

• Prepare the lentils
• Add the lentils to a pot and cover with water.
• Bring the water to a boil and let the lentils cook for 20 minutes.
• Drain the lentils and set aside.
• Cook the sausages
• In a large pot, add the sausages and cover with water.
• Bring the water to a boil and let the sausages cook for 20 minutes.
• Remove the sausages from the pot and set aside.
• Prepare the lentil stew
• In the same pot used to cook the sausages, heat olive oil over medium heat.
• Add the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic cloves. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
• Add the cooked lentils, bay leaf, thyme sprigs, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
• Add enough water to cover the lentils and bring to a simmer.
• Let the stew cook for 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
• Serve
• Slice the cooked sausages and add them to the lentil stew.
• Stir gently to combine.
• Serve hot and enjoy!

Tips

• You can add a splash of red wine to the lentil stew for extra flavor.
• Serve the dish with crusty bread on the side.

Information

• Morteau sausages are a type of smoked sausage from the Morteau region in France.
• Lentils are a great source of protein and fiber. They are also low in fat and cholesterol.