Ginger Pasta with Lentils

Recipe:  Ginger Pasta with Lentils

Adapted From:   Vegetarian Planet by Didi Emmons

Retrieved:    2007      Tested:  multipe times

Servings:   8-10      Prep Time:  15-20 min

Notes:  The first time I saw this recipe, I thought, ginger with pasta? That can't be good. But it is! If you are using a more delicate green, such as spinach, add to the end of cooking the lentils. On the other hand, if you are using a more heartier green, such as collard greens, you may want to saute a few minutes before adding the lentils and water.

Ingredients: 1/2 tbsp olive oil 2-3 tbsp vegan butter (Earth Balance) 3 garlic cloves, minced 3 inch piece of ginger, minced 1/2 tsp crumbled dried sage 2 cups lentils 2 1/2 cups water 1 bunch greens, chopped and rinsed 1 lb pasta, cooked salt to taste.

Instructions: 1. Add about 1/2 tbsp of olive oil and 2-3 tbsp butter to a heated pot on medium heat. 2. Once butter is melted, add garlic and ginger, and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. 3. Add greens, sage, lentils and water and bring to a boil.  4. Cover pot and reduce heat to low for 20 minutes or until lentils are done.  5. Add cooked pasta to the lentil mixture and carefully stir to combine.  6. Add salt to taste.