BASKETS with LENTILS and SALMON with white bread, easy and quick, delicious recipe as a New Year’s appetizer that can be made in a short time.
The baskets with lentils and salmon are very tasty, they are prepared in a short time and are delicious, perfect if you don’t prefer cotechino, a simple and tasty idea for New Year’s Eve to serve as an appetizer.
The recipe for the baskets with lentils and salmon is very simple, cook the lentils and fill the white bread baskets by adding the smoked salmon then enrich them with pink peppercorns.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 6 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: New Year's Eve
Ingredients
- 6 slices white bread
- 10.5 oz lentils
- 2 leaves bay leaf
- 2 teaspoons tomato paste
- Half onion
- 1 carrot
- 1 stalk celery
- 3 slices smoked salmon
Steps
If needed, soak the lentils then rinse them.
Finely chop onion, carrot, and celery. In a large saucepan, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and sauté the chopped vegetables.
Add the drained lentils to the sauté and mix for a few minutes.
Add the tomato paste and mix well.
Add hot water or vegetable broth until the lentils are covered by about 1 inch.
Cover with a lid and let cook on low heat for about 40-50 minutes (or until the lentils are tender), stirring occasionally.
Once the lentils are cooked, adjust with salt and pepper.
Place the slices of bread in metal molds or a cupcake mold and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 7-8 minutes, until they are golden.
Add the hand-torn salmon to the lentils and fill the white bread baskets.
Serve on a serving dish enriched with salad or arugula leaves.
Bon appétit
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BASKETS with LENTILS and SALMON with white bread
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FAQ (Questions and Answers) BASKETS with LENTILS and SALMON with white bread
Can I use pre-cooked lentils?
Yes, they can be used to save time.
Can I freeze them?
Yes, they can be frozen. Let them cool completely, place them in airtight containers or freezer bags, and store for up to 3 months. To consume, simply thaw in the refrigerator and reheat in a pot.
How can I make the baskets with lentils and salmon tastier?
For a richer flavor, you can substitute water with vegetable or meat broth, enrich with spices like smoked paprika, cumin, or a pinch of chili pepper.
