Curried Lentils and Rice

Step 1

Heat the 2 T broth (or you can use oil) in a heavy-bottomed soup pot, saucepan, or Dutch oven and saute the onion with 1 clove of the garlic until it begins to turn translucent.

Step 2

Add the ginger, turmeric, and curry powder and saute for a few minutes longer.

Step 3

Add more broth (or water), if necessary, and the rice, and saute for 2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the lentils, 4 cups water, bouillon cubes, remaining garlic, and raisins and bring to a boil.

Step 5

Cover, reduce the heat, and simmer for 25 minutes.

Step 6

Add the apples and simmer, covered, for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed.

Step 7

Optionally, serve topped with plain yogurt and some more raisins.