Name: Baked Lentils With Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup dried green or brown lentils; 4 slices of bacon, chopped; 1 onion, diced; 2 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 carrot, diced; 1 celery stalk, diced; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth; 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese; Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy and the fat is rendered, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the diced onion, garlic, carrot, and celery to the skillet with the bacon. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute.
Add the dried lentils to the skillet and combine with the vegetables and bacon.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes.
Transfer the lentil mixture to the greased baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 30-35 minutes.
Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top, and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy hot!

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