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Cheesy Lentils and Brown Rice
Serves: 4 • Time: 40 min

Ingredients:
- ½ Red onion, finely chopped
- ½ Red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- ¾ Brown rice
- ¾ Cup brown lentils
- 2 ½ Cups vegetable stock
- 1 Can diced tomatoes
- 1 Tsp thyme
- 2 Tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 Cups grated cheese (mozzarella and sharp cheddar)
Method:
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- Place all the ingredients into the inner pot except the cheese. Mix well and close the lid of the Midea Pressure Cooker
- Turn the menu dial until you reach the “Stew” function. Using the +/- buttons, adjust the time to 18 minutes
- Press start to begin cooking. Music will sound and the cooker will start the countdown once the optimum pressure has been reached inside
- When the timer ends, cooker will beep and will switch to the “Keep Warm” function automatically.
- Let the pressure cooker naturally release on its own for 15 minutes
- Press the pressure release button to get rid of any excess pressure and then open the lid
- Stir in half of the cheese. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top and place the lid back on. Allow it stand for 5 minutes
- Enjoy!
Photo & Recipe Credit: www.platingsandpairings.com

