Mujaddarah(Lentil And Rice Pottage) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 cups whole red lentils
6 cups water
4 medium onions, sliced thin
1 cup olive oil or 1 cup vegetable oil
2 cups cooked rice
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon pepper (to taste)

Preparation

Bring water to boil, then add the lentils, lower heat to simmer and cook about 30-60 minutes .
Meanwhile, saute onions in the oil to caramelize about 15-20 minutes, then add half of onions, rice and seasonings to lentils. Let the mixture boil for a few minutes.
When it thickens, pour into a tureen, and spread the remaining onions over the top. and serve.
Yield: 4 servings.