Sicilian Lentil Pasta Sauce

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Sicilian Lentil Pasta Sauce

 

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.

 

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

 

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.