French Lentils with Shallots & Brandy

Ingredients

• 1 cup green French lentils, rinsed and picked through

• 2 Tbsp Becel or other non-hydrogemated margarine

• 1/3 cup finely chopped shallots

• 2 Tbsp brandy

• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. In 2-quart saucepan, combine lentils, and enough water to cover by 2 inches; heat to boiling over high heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until lentils are just tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain. In same clean saucepan, melt margarine over medium heat. Add shallots and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in brandy and cook until almost all liquid has evaporated, about 1 minute longer. Stir in lentils, and pepper and heat through. Stir in parsley. Transfer to serving bowl. Recipe from www.diabetic-diet-secrets.com, used by permission.