Lentil And Bacon Stew With Späetzle - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 lb brown lentils, washed
5 slices smoked bacon
2 None onions, peeled and finely diced
1 lb carrots, peeled and cubed
5 oz spaetzle
1 tsp oil
1-2 tbsp light balsamic vinegar
5 sprigs fresh parsley, chopped finely, to garnish

Preparation

Bring the lentils, bacon, onion and 6 cups water to a boil then simmer for 20 mins. Add the carrots and cook for 10 mins. Remove the bacon and dice it. Cook the stew for an additional 15-30 mins.
About 10 mins before the lentils are done, cook the spaetzle in boiling salted water according to the package directions. Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the bacon. Drain the spaetzle. Add the vinegar to the stew and season to taste. Serve the stew with the spaetzle. Sprinkle with bacon and garnish with parsley.