The old Gary Cooper movie, Sgt. York, is a family favorite with our entire team. In one scene Ma asks the blessing and says, "Lord bless these vittles we done got...". Hence, the name of our recipe collection.

Friday, May 21, 2010

Baked Lentils with Cheese

From Auntie Shea

1 3/4 C lentils
2 C water
1 whole bay leaf
2 tsp. sea salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/8 tsp marjoram
1/8 tsp sage
1/8 tsp thyme
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloved garlic, minced
2 C. canned tsomatoes, drained well

Mix all ingredients into a 9x13 pan, cover tightly and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Add:
2-3 large carrots, sliced 1/8" thick
1/2 C. celery, finely chopped
2 TB fresh parsley, finely chopped

Cover and bake another 40 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Sprinkle with 3 C. of cheese and bake uncovered 5 minutes more or until cheese is melted.

This a really yummy recipe from Auntie Shea.  Her crew LOVES this!  We made this for lunch today when Mrs. Munoz came over and she really liked it too.  When Mommy makes this I skip the celery and used dried minced onion and garlic that has been rejuvenated.  I also use 2 tsp. dried parsley.  In additon, I sometimes half the recipe and skip the tomatoes and cheese for a delicious dish for Joshua!  He really likes it too!  Auntie Shea has a yummy winner with this recipe!

Love Always,
Mommy