Red Led And Hat Tallys Food

RED LED AND HAT TALLY'S

Steps:

• Chop bacon and fry just until it starts to crisp.
• Add tomatoes, celery, onion and pepper and stew on med-low with bacon until tender (about 15 min).
• Sprinkle with sugar, stir and serve in bowls with fresh bread.

RED LENTIL SALAD

Steps:

• Bring the lentils and bay leaf to a boil in 3 cups water, then reduce the heat and simmer until the water cooks away, 15 to 18 minutes. Skim any by-product away as the lentils cook.
• Meanwhile, cover the potatoes with water in a small pot and bring to boil. Salt the water and boil for 5 minutes. Drain the potatoes and run under cold water to cool. Drain well and transfer to a large bowl.
• Drain the lentils and run under cold water to cool. Drain well and add to the potatoes.
• Meanwhile, heat the vegetable oil in a skillet and saute the onions, garlic, ginger and chile pepper until softened. Stir in the tamarind paste and spices to toast them, then remove from the heat.
• Add the spice mixture to the lentils and potatoes. Gently stir in the cilantro, spinach and lime juice. If the salad seems dry, add a little more oil. Serve.