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Instructions
Wash thoroughly the lentils and make sure no small stone chips are included.
In a medium pot add the lentils, the bay leaf and cover well with water, about 1 cm above their level. On high heat bring to a boil and simmer for about 25 minutes until lentils are almost soft but not falling apart.
In the meantime, in a medium sauce pan on medium heat add 3 tablespoons of oil and add the onions. Add ½ teaspoon of salt and stir occasionally until nicely browned and caramelized.
Back to the pot, add the rice, 3 tablespoons of oil, stock, half of the caramelized onions, salt and pepper and simmer for about 20 minutes, with the lid almost covering the pot, until the water has been absorbed. In between you can add more water if needed.