Linguine With Lentils And Prosciutto

Published January 18, 2000

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35 minutes
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Marian Burros

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Ingredients

Yield:6 servings
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped

  • 1 carrot, chopped

  • 4 or 5 ounces onion, diced

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 1 jalapeno, chopped

  • ¼ teaspoon hot red pepper flakes

  • 3 ounces prosciutto, diced

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 heaping cup red lentils

  • Salt to taste

  • 1 ½ pounds linguine

  • 1 red onion, chopped

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Nutritional analysis per serving (6 servings)

111 grams carbs; 10 milligrams cholesterol; 626 calories; 4 grams monosaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 8 grams fat; 8 grams fiber; 527 milligrams sodium; 27 grams protein; 6 grams sugar

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Saute celery, carrot, onion, garlic, jalapeno, pepper flakes and prosciutto in the oil in a large, deep skillet for about 10 minutes, until very soft and fragrant.

  2. Step 2

    Add lentils and 5 cups water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and boil gently until lentils are soft but not mushy, about 10 minutes. Season with salt.

  3. Step 3

    Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain, and add to the lentil mixture; toss well. Serve topped with chopped red onion.

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Quick and tasty pantry dinner.

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Credits

Adapted from "Cucina Simpatica" by Johanne Killeen and George Germon (HarperCollins, 1991)

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