Pistata:
carrots
onion
celery
sage
bacon or pancceta
oil
1T tomato paste
1/2 C white wine
salt
hot water
lentils (washed)
rice
parmesan cheese
scallions chopped
In a food processor grind the pistata ingredients coarsely. Saute pistata in olive oil and butter if desired. Add 1 T tomato paste and the white wine and a little salt. Add hot water and washed lentils. Let cook for 10-15 minutes then add rice and cook until done. Add cheese and scallions before serving.
Alter the amount of water, lentils and rice to meet the number you are serving and the package directions. It should turn out the consistency of risotto.
From cooking with Lydia on the Create channel