Preparation

Lentils are Quick & Easy to Cook and Prepare:

1. Lentils to do not require soaking like other pulses.
2. Rinse your lentils with fresh water before boiling to remove any dust or debris.
3. Cook on a stovetop, using 3 cups of liquid (water, stock, etc) to 1 cup of dry lentils. Be sure to use a large enough saucepan as the lentils will double or triple in size.
4. Bring to a boil, cover tightly, reduce heat and simmer until they are tender.
5. For whole lentils, cook time is typically 15-20 minutes. For split  lentils, cook time is typically only about 5-7 minutes.
6. Be sure to season with salt after cooking – if salt is added before, the lentils will become tough

How To Use:

Can be great meat substitution & side dish

 Dal    Curry    Thickening Soup      Stew

Health Benefits

 Good Source of Iron

 Good Source of Folic Acid

 Good Source of Soluble Fibre

 Lower the Risk of Coronary Heart Disease

 Help Reduce Cholesterol