French Green Lentils 10 Pounds - Whole Dry Beans Raw Kosher Sproutable Bulk

French Lentils stand out amongst their kind because of their delicious and rich natural flavor, texture, and excellent reputation. This humble lentil is best suited for recipes that require non-mushy legumes. Ounce for ounce, lentils have as much protein as steak (with less than 10 percent of the fat!), you can savor not only on the meaty texture but also multiple essential nutrients, including fiber, and B vitamins. French green lentils are highly nutritious and used as a substitute in recipes that require peas, regular green lentils, or beans. French Green lentils are low on the glycemic index (GI), which keeps blood sugar humming along evenly without spikes and crashes. How to Cook Food to Live French Green Lentils have a deep dark green color, a pleasant and peppery flavor. They're hearty in texture, therefore, hold their shape while cooking. Unlike many other lentils, there's no need to presoak these, which makes them perfect for weeknight salads and pilafs! Cook French Green Lentils in a slow cooker with carrots, extra-virgin olive oil, a bay leaf, and wine for an easy weeknight dinner. Yum! You can also make a quick fix on the stovetop Rinse lentils through with cold water. Place 1 cup of lentils in a large pot with 2 ½ cups of water and ½ tsp salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook until tender, 25 - 30 minutes. Drain before use. Use French dried lentils to make chili, curry, and many types of stew. They will intensify the flavor of the dish, make it unique, and much more filling. Please try adding some cooked green French lentils to hummus or veggie burgers, creating some fantastic flavored mixes. If you have a big family, its best to buy French Green Lentils in Bulk, It is not necessary to keep them refrigerated, a cantina or somewhere cool, dark, and dry will do the job. We also recommend airtight containers or sealed bags.