Green Lentils with Orzo

Put the lentils in a large pot of boiling water and bring to a boil

Drain the lentils, discard the water and rinse the lentils

Put the lentils back in the pan with fresh water and bring to a simmer

Cook for about 40 minutes till the lentils are soft

Drain

Put the lentils and orzo in the pan over a medium heat, with 1 tbsp olive oil and mix to coat the pasta with the olive oil

Start adding the stock one cup at a time, stirring regularly to ensure the orzo doesn’t stick

As soon as all the stock has been absorbed, add another

You’ll need around 3 cups water for the pasta to be fully cooked

Once you’ve added the three cups (one at a time) check to make sure the pasta is cooked through

If not, add a little more hot water and continue cooking till it’s ready

While that’s cooking, cook the onions in the remaining olive oil till caramelised

When the orzo is fully cooked, add the onions, salt, combine well and serve

Serve with black olives and salad