LENTILS AND HAM
Healthy, full of fiber and protein, and you can use as many vegetables as you like to make this thick rich stew to your liking. Feel free to use corned beef or smoked turkey in place of the ham in this recipe, if your dietary practices are such. You can even leave meat out altogether, but I would suggest a little extra olive oil...
Provided by Susan Feliciano
Categories Bean Soups
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Sort, wash, and cook lentils according to package directions. They do not require soaking. They are usually done in 40-45 minutes. Halfway through cooking, stir in the chopped ham (or other meat).
- 2. While lentils are cooking, sauté garlic, onion, celery, and carrot in the olive oil, over medium-low heat, until soft. Set aside.
- 3. When lentils are done, drain and reserve liquid. Stir tomato paste into 1/2 cup of the reserved cooking liquid until smooth. Add this mixture, along with the sautéed vegetables, to the lentils and ham, and combine well. This is just to moisten the lentils so they are not dry, but not to make soup. If more liquid is needed, add in a little at a time until a rich stew is achieved. Bring to a boil and heat through to serving temperature.
- 4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adding Liquid Smoke seasoning enhances the ham flavor. Liquid Smoke is a vegan product and can be used to flavor the vegetarian version of this recipe.
- 5. To make in your Crock Pot: ~ Sort and wash lentils, and place them in a 3-4 quart slow cooker. Sauté the vegetables in the oil as in step 2, and add them to the slow cooker. Top with the ham. ~ Stir the tomato paste into 1/2 cup water, then add that to the slow cooker. Cover with fresh water to 3" above the level of the ingredients. ~ Cook on low power 3-4 hours (high, 2 hours). Check water level and add more if needed, as the lentils absorb the liquid. ~ When lentils are done, season with salt, pepper, and Liquid Smoke.
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[email protected]Overall, this was a good recipe. The lentils and ham were cooked perfectly, and the flavors were well-balanced. I would definitely make it again.
Rana Mahamud
[email protected]This recipe was a bit bland. I would recommend adding some extra spices and herbs to give it more flavor.
Benjamib Fadhili
[email protected]This was a delicious and healthy meal. The lentils were a great source of protein and the ham added a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Raj Muhit
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less chili powder next time.
Muhammad Sabtain
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of ham, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The lentils and vegetables were so flavorful that the ham was barely noticeable.
Arun Raut
[email protected]This was a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It was quick and easy to make, and the leftovers were even better the next day.
Moenisha Bell
[email protected]I loved the addition of the vegetables in this recipe. They added a nice sweetness and crunch to the dish.
Shannon Breen
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less ham next time.
Nansana News
[email protected]This was a hearty and satisfying meal. The lentils were filling and the ham added a nice protein boost. I would definitely make this again.
Maksud Maksud
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my lentils turned out mushy. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.
Awais Saeed
[email protected]This recipe was a great way to use up leftover ham. The lentils added a nice nutty flavor and the ham was salty and smoky.
kaka bhalli
[email protected]Overall, this was a good recipe. The lentils and ham were cooked perfectly, and the flavors were well-balanced. I would definitely make it again.
Sultana Parvin
[email protected]The lentils were a bit undercooked for my liking. I would recommend cooking them for a few minutes longer next time.
Mano W
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I ended up adding some extra spices and herbs to give it more flavor.
Rasheed nihal
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the lentils turned out perfectly. They were tender and flavorful, and the ham was melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
Noor Mortada
[email protected]This was a delicious and easy recipe to make. I loved the addition of the ham, which gave the lentils a nice smoky flavor.
janeth mejia
[email protected]I've never been a huge fan of lentils, but this recipe changed my mind. The ham added a savory richness that really elevated the dish.
Bikram Mandal
[email protected]This lentils and ham dish was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the lentils were cooked to perfection.