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Bay Scented Lentil Salad
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
Ready In: 60 Minutes
Servings: 12
Cooking Light. Nov. 2003.
Ingredients:
2 cups petite dry green lentils
2 bay leaves
4 ounces pancetta, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
6 cups finely chopped red cabbage
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
Directions:
1. Place lentils and bay leaves in a large saucepan. Cover with water to 2 inches above lentils; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 18 minutes or until tender; drain. Discard bay leaves.
2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add pancetta; sauté 2 minutes or until browned.
3. Remove the pancetta with a slotted spoon. Add cabbage to drippings in pan; sauté 5 minutes or until tender.
4. Combine the lentils and cabbage in a large bowl. Combine vinegar and the remaining ingredients, stirring with a whisk.
5. Drizzle vinaigrette over lentil mixture; toss well to coat. Sprinkle with pancetta just before serving.
By RecipeOfHealth.com