SAUSAGE AND LENTILS

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A simple dish with a distinct flavor that will leave you craving more. Lentils are cooked with Polish sausage and cumin to make a fast and satisfying meal that is ready in under 30 minutes with minimal effort. Use any type of sausage - I have used bratwurst, chorizo and leftover hot links as well.

Provided by your mom

Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 cups water
1 cup dried lentils
½ cup chopped onion
8 ounces fully cooked kielbasa or Polish sausage, sliced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Combine water, lentils and onion in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 15 minutes. Add sliced sausage, and season with cumin, salt and pepper. Simmer until lentils are tender, about 5 to 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 522 mg, Sugar 4 g