1/2 c. lentils, sorted and rinsed
1/2 c. long grain rice
1 qt. water
1/2 c. onion, diced
1 t. garlic, chopped
1/2 T. olive oil
8 oz mushrooms, washed and sliced
1/2 pkg. frozen spinach, thawed, drained (10 oz)
1 t. salt
1/8 t. black pepper
dash cayenne pepper
1/2 c. swiss cheese, shredded
Bring water to boil; add lentils and rice. Simmer until lentils are tender; drain and set aside. Saute' onion and garlic in oil until softened; about 3-4 minutes;. Stir in mushrooms, spinach, salt, pepper and cayenne. Saute' mixture until mushrooms are almost cooked through. STir in reserved lentils and rice; heat through. Pour into serving dish and sprinkle with cheese.
Makes 4-1 c. servings.
Nutrition Information: 260 calories; 6 g fat; 10 mg cholesterol; 660 mg sodium; 38 g carbohydrates; 5 g fiber; 14 g protein.