LINGUINE WITH LENTILS AND PROSCIUTTO

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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, lunch, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
4 or 5 ounces onion, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 jalapeno, chopped
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
3 ounces prosciutto, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 heaping cup red lentils
Salt to taste
1 1/2 pounds linguine
1 red onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Saute celery, carrot, onion, garlic, jalapeno, pepper flakes and prosciutto in the oil in a large, deep skillet for about 10 minutes, until very soft and fragrant.
  • Add lentils and 5 cups water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and boil gently until lentils are soft but not mushy, about 10 minutes. Season with salt.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain, and add to the lentil mixture; toss well. Serve topped with chopped red onion.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 626, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 111 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 27 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 527 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

Classic Nana
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lentils or prosciutto.


Bokamoso Polelo
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This dish is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of lentils, prosciutto, and white wine.


Joy Ude
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The only thing I would change is to add a little more salt and pepper to taste.


Rebecca Bazzano
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a success.


muhammad shahab
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this dish was surprisingly good. The prosciutto and the white wine sauce really helped to balance out the flavor of the lentils.


Faisal Raza
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I also like to add some chopped sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.


Nurzzaman Hossain
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


bella johnson
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The linguine was cooked perfectly and the lentils and prosciutto added a lot of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Dike Faith
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The lentils and prosciutto were a great combination. I also added some chopped spinach and it turned out really well.


Sharmin Hoq
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This linguine dish was a hit with my family! The lentils added a nice texture and the prosciutto gave it a salty, savory flavor. I will definitely be making this again.