Lentil and Rice Pilaf with Caramelized Onions

Ingredients

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• 1 cup brown lentils
• 1 cup long-grain rice
• 4 cups water
• 2 large onions, sliced
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Let’s make it

1. Simmer lentils in 2 cups water for 15 minutes. Add rice, remaining water, salt, cumin, and pepper, then cook covered 18 to 20 minutes until tender.
2. Meanwhile, cook onions in oil over medium heat for 15 to 18 minutes until dark golden.
3. Fluff the rice and lentils, then top with onions.
4. Serve warm.