It always makes me think of the story of Jacob and Esau - would you sell your birthright for this?
White Bean, Red Pepper and Lentil Stew
1/2 cup lentils ( I have always used red but brown may be better)1/2 cup dried navy beans
soak - bring to boil and let sit at least 1 hour or soak overnight
6 red peppers seeded and chopped
2 large onions chopped
oil or butter
some basil -or substitute dill for a different taste
some thyme
3-3 1/2 cups water or veggie stock
1/4 tsp cayenne ( or to taste)
some pepper
1/4 cup red wine
2 tbsp sherry
1/4 cup tomato paste
serve with thick yogurt or sour cream
chopped parsley if desired
and good bread
sautee onions in oil till golden and soft
add peppers and fry for another 5 minutes
add herbs, 3 cups of water, wine & sherry ( or choose one)
add drained lentils and beans bring to boil and simmer for about 1 1/2 hours
till beans are tender then add the tomato paste heat through add more water if necessary
Serve
