Lentil macaroni

A tasty recipe for red lentil macaroni, a healthy and exotic alternative to macaroni and cheese thanks to its cauliflower pieces and coconut milk brilliantly added to the recipe!

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15 min
4 to 6
15 min

  • Ingredients

    • 1 lb (450g) macaroni
    • 375 ml (1½ cups) red lentils, dried
    • 750 ml (3 cups) cauliflower, cut into small florets
    • 1 L (4 cups) vegetable broth
    • 500 ml (2 cups) coconut milk
    • 750 ml (3 cups) cold water
    • 10 ml (2 tsp) turmeric
    • 5 ml (1 tsp) celery salt
    • 5 ml (1 tsp) ground pepper
  • Preparation

    1. In a large non-stick saucepan, place all the ingredients except the cherry tomatoes.
    2. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium-high.
    3. Cook for about 15 minutes or until pasta and lentils are al dente.
    4. Stir regularly to prevent ingredients from sticking to the pan.
    5. Serve very hot.

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Notes and tips

Add 125 ml (½ cup) crumbled cooked bacon just before serving.