Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 lb Cotechino sausage
- 1 cup brown lentils
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
60-75 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Rinse lentils and soak in water for at least 30 minutes.
- Prick the sausage skin with a fork to prevent bursting.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add lentils, chicken broth, water, and red wine (if using).
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until lentils are tender, about 45-60 minutes.
- Add Cotechino sausage and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove sausage from pot and slice.
- Serve sliced sausage over lentils, garnished with chopped parsley.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving, approximately 1 cup lentils with 2 slices sausage)
- Calories: 500
- Fat: 15g (5g saturated fat)
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 25g
- Fiber: 15g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and comforting
- Traditional Italian dish
- Rich in protein, fiber, and iron
- Perfect for a hearty winter meal
User Comments:
- "This dish was absolutely delicious! The lentils were cooked to perfection and the sausage was flavorful."
- "I love how easy this recipe was to make. It's a great way to enjoy a classic Italian dish without spending hours in the kitchen."
- "The red wine added a nice depth of flavor to the lentils. I would definitely recommend using it if you have it on hand."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to prick the sausage skin before cooking to prevent it from bursting.
- If you don't have red wine, you can substitute additional chicken broth or water.
- Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up all the flavorful juices.
