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Pilaf of Bulgur Wheat and Red Lentils

Grains - Bulghur - -

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup red lentils
4 T olive oil
1 medium sized onion, peeled and finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 cup medium or coarse grained bulgur wheat
2 T minced fresh parsley
1 t salt
Freshly ground pepper

METHOD

Pick over the lentils and wash in several changes of water. Put in a bowl, add 2 cups water and leave to soak for 6 hours. Drain.

Heat oil in a heavy 2-3 L (quarts) pot with a tight fitting lid over a medium flame. Put in the onion and garlic. Stir and fry for about 2 minutes or until the onion is soft. Add the bulgur wheat and lentils. Stir and cook another 3 minutes or until wheat is slightly browned. Add the parsley, salt and 1.5 cups water. Bring to a simmer. Cover, turn heat to very low and cook for 35 minutes. Turn off the heat. Let the pot sit, covered and undisturbed for 20 minutes. Add the black pepper and mix.

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