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Sicilian Lentil Pasta Sauce




Source of Recipe


Tea Cozy


Recipe Introduction


Thick and rich with mushrooms, lentils and spices,this sauce is high in protein and fiber as well as in flavor. If you like a thick pasta sauce, this is it.


List of Ingredients




1 c. chopped onions
2 cs. sliced mushrooms
3 garlic cloves; finely choppe
1 c. uncooked dried lentils
3 cs. water
16 ozs. canned tomato sauce, no salt
6 ozs. tomato paste
1 1/2 tsps. sugar
1/2 c. water


Recipe



In a large nonstick sauce pan over medium heat add onions mushrooms and garlic adding a bit of water to prevent sticking. Cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add lentils and water. Bring to a boil stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and cover and cook for 40 minutes. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Cover and cook 20 minutes stirring occasionally. Add more water if a thinner sauce is desired. Serve over pasta or rice. Makes 8 servings.