Step 1

Pick through the dry lentils to make sure there isn't anything there that shouldn't be.

Step 2

Add lentils to a small colander, sieve, or bowl and rinse.

Step 3

Add lentils and water to a small pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling, lower heat to medium and simmer until lentils are cooked through. This should take about 15-20 minutes. When ready, drain any excess water and set lentils aside.

Step 4

While lentils are cooking, prepare pasta using directions on package. Drain and set aside.

Step 5

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook for about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and continue to cook for another 2 minutes, until the onions begins to brown.

Step 6

Lower heat to medium and add pasta sauce to the skillet and stir. Add lentils to the sauce, stir again.

Step 7

Add cooked pasta to the skillet and gently toss the pasta using tongs until all noodles are coated with the sauce. Remove from heat and serve.