Fast and Hearty Pasta with Lentils

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Fast & Hearty Pasta with Lentils

 

This is a quick and delicious, low-fat vegetarian main dish. Its

secret ingredient is a can of quality lentil soup. (From the No-Time-

To-Cook Cookbook).

 

 

Yield: 4 servings

 

INGREDIENTS:

 

1 lb. small shell pasta

1 19-oz. can lentil soup*

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

 

* Progresso brand is a good choice.

 

1. Bring a 4-quart pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta, and

cook according to package directions.

 

2. While the water is heating up, place the soup in a 1-quart

saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until hot.

Stir in the garlic powder and black pepper.

 

3. Drain the pasta well, and return it to the pot. Pour the soup on

top, and toss well.

 

4. Spoon the pasta into individual dishes. Top each with a tablespoon

of Parmesan, and serve immediately.