Cotechino con Lenticchie for a Healthy and Prosperous New Year (Cotechino and Lentils)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
1049 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Cotechino con Lenticchie for a Healthy and Prosperous New Year (Cotechino and Lentils)
Description
In this recipe, the distinctive cotechino sausage is cooked with brown lentils, water, and vegetables including onion and celery. Starting by rinsing the lentils ensures a clean base, then simmering them with diced onion and chopped celery imparts a gentle aromatic backdrop. The cotechino is peeled before being added to the pot to cook fully with the lentils, infusing them with its savory depth. Once the lentils are tender and the sausage cooked, slicing the cotechino and serving it atop the lentils decorated with olive oil completes the dish.
The flavor balance comes from the earthiness of the lentils coupled with the rich, spiced meatiness of the sausage. The olive oil adds a subtle fruitiness and silky finish. This preparation is traditionally served warm, making it a substantial dish suitable for a special occasion or a comforting meal during colder months.
According to the notes, cotechino sausage can be homemade or purchased pre-cooked and simply reheated. Adding a carrot to the vegetable base is optional for a touch of sweetness. These tips allow flexibility depending on ingredient availability and personal preference.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cotechino sausage see recipe in NOTES, homemade
- 8 oz brown lentils
- 18 oz water
- 1 medium onion
- 1 talk celery preferably with leaves
- ½ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper (optional)
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil or more
Instructions
- Sort and rinse the lentils, removing any dirt or bad quality beans.
- Place lentils in a large pot and add the water.
- Dice the onion, and chop the celery, then add to the pot, and turn the burner to medium high. Stir and bring the contents to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer while stirring occasionally.
- Remove the casing on the cotechino if it is removable.
- Add the cotechino and continue to simmer for about 15 to 20 more minutes, or until the lentils are cooked. See notes below.
- Taste and season as desired, remove the cotechino, and cut into slices.
- Ladle the lentils onto a serving dish (or directly onto plates), drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and top with cotechino slices and serve.
Notes
- Homemade cotechino can be prepared separately using the referenced recipe or a store-bought cotechino can be used according to package instructions.
- Including a carrot with the onion and celery when cooking lentils adds mild sweetness but is optional.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1049 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 1049kcal | 52% |
| Carbohydrates | 76g | 25% |
| Protein | 50g | 100% |
| Fat | 65g | 100% |
| Saturated Fat | 22g | 110% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 30g | 150% |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 33% |
| Sodium | 1819mg | 76% |
| Potassium | 1467mg | 31% |
| Fiber | 37g | 148% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 336IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 123mg | 12% |
| Iron | 10mg | 56% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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