FRENCH LENTILS WITH BOURBON-GLAZED HAM

French Lentils with Bourbon-Glazed Ham image

Provided by Food Network

Time 1h

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

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1½ cups French lentils, rinsed and drained
2 small carrots, finely diced
2 medium shallots, finely diced
2 celery ribs, finely diced
2 dried bay leaves
¼ cup Maker's Mark® Bourbon
6 ounces thick-cut ham, diced
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

1. In a large saucepan, combine the lentils, carrots, shallots, celery, and bay leaves. Add enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender, about 45 minutes. Add more water if the mixture is dry before the lentils are tender. 2. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring the bourbon to a boil over medium heat. Add the ham, honey, and vinegar. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the ham is glazed, about 20 minutes. 3. Drain the lentils and transfer to a large bowl. Discard the bay leaves. Fold in the ham, mustard, and parsley. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve warm.