Best Brown Rice And Lentils With Bacon Recipes

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BROWN RICE WITH LENTILS



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In just a few moments, I can have this homey side dish in the oven, leaving me plenty of time to attend to the rest of my meal.-Michele Doucette, Stephenville, Newfoundland and Labrador

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup dried lentils, rinsed
1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup Italian stewed tomatoes, cut up
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a 1-1/2 qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray, combine the first 10 ingredients. Cover and bake at 350° for 40 minutes. , Stir in the tomatoes and salt. Cover and bake for 20-30 minutes longer or until rice and lentils are tender. Remove and discard bay leaf. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, for 5-8 minutes or until cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 427mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROWN RICE AND LENTILS WITH BACON



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Make and share this Brown Rice and Lentils With Bacon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by aurrunaga

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup water
1 small onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 carrot, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 1/2 cups uncooked brown rice
3/4 cup brown lentils or 3/4 cup green lentil, rinsed
4 cups beef broth
1/2 lb cooked bacon
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a big skillet, bring the water to a boil.
  • Add the garlic, carrot, and onion.
  • Cook until tender.
  • Add the cumin, coriander, brown rice, lentils, cooked bacon, and beef broth.
  • Cover, lower heat and simmer for about 45 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
  • Fluff with fork.
  • Stir in cilantro.
  • Replace the lid and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 727.8, Fat 27.2, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 63.2, Sodium 1905.4, Carbohydrate 81, Fiber 14.5, Sugar 2.8, Protein 38.5

LENTILS WITH BACON & RICE



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Enjoy lentils with bacon like never before. These tasty Lentils with Bacon & Rice feature onions, carrots, celery, garlic and rosemary for maximum flavor.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups long-grain brown rice, uncooked
4 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1/2 cup chopped onions
1/4 cup chopped carrots
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 qt. (4 cups) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup dry lentils, uncooked
1 tsp. minced garlic
1 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary
2 tsp. LEA & PERRINS Worcestershire Sauce

Steps:

  • Cook rice as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Meanwhile, cook and stir bacon in medium saucepan on medium heat 4 to 6 min. or just until bacon starts to turn crisp. Add vegetables; mix well. Cook 6 to 8 min. or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Add broth, lentils and garlic; stir. Bring to boil; cover. Simmer on medium-low heat 30 to 40 min. or until lentils are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Stir in rosemary and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 3.8889 mg, Sodium 290 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 10 g

BROWN RICE AND LENTILS



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Got this from a friend. You need to know that you like cumin before you try it. I do and make this often for a delicious veggie lunch.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 carrot, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 1/2 cups uncooked brown rice
3/4 cup brown lentils or 3/4 cup green lentil, rinsed
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 scallion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a big skillet, add olive oil and heat over medium-high heat.
  • Add in the onion, garlic, carrot, cumin, and coriander.
  • Saute, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes or until the onion is limp.
  • Add the rice and lentils; saute fo 2 minutes.
  • Add the water and salt; cover and bring to a boil.
  • Lower heat and simmer about 40 minutes or until the rice and lentils are tender.
  • Fluff mixture with a fork.
  • Stir in the scallion and cilantro.
  • Dry the skillet lid; place a crumpled paper towel over the rice, replace the lid and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.2, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 607.8, Carbohydrate 80.5, Fiber 14.6, Sugar 2.9, Protein 15.6

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