Swabian Style German Lentils with Egg Noodles

egg noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: pasta

Whole wheat noodles add fiber while pasta is more economical.

smoked bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork lardons

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while pork lardons are more affordable.

Rinse lentils under cold water and drain.

Chop onion, carrot, and celery into small pieces.

Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat until melted.

Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add lentils, vegetable broth, bay leaves, and thyme to the pot; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer uncovered until lentils are tender, about 25-30 minutes.

Stir in vinegar, salt, and pepper to taste; remove bay leaves.

In a separate pot, cook egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain.

In a skillet, sauté smoked bacon until crispy; drain excess fat.

Combine cooked lentils with egg noodles and bacon; mix well.

Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and a dollop of mustard.

Cooking Techniques

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