Step 1

Begin boiling water for pasta.

Step 2

in a medium pan or skillet, let it start to brown slightly, then sauté garlic and ginger for a couple minutes over medium low heat.

Step 3

, sage, a bit of salt, cup of water, and a tablespoon of olive oil. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium low, cover pan.

Step 4

Check and stir the lentil mixture every few minutes. If the lentil cooking liquid begins to evaporate, add another quarter cup or so of water. The lentils take 10 to 15 minutes to soften…they should be soft but retain their shape as opposed to turning to lentil mush which can happen if you cook too long or too much water.

Step 5

about 5 minute after you start cooking the lentils. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.

Step 6

after the lentils have been cooking for about 10 minutes, stirring it in so that it wilts slightly.

Step 7

When the pasta is done to your liking, drain and combine the cooked pasta with the lentil mixture and an extra tablespoon of olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve and enjoy!