Potato Nests with Lentils and Cotechino Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 large potatoes
• 1 cup green lentils
• 1 cotechino sausage
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Peel the potatoes and shred them using the large holes of a grater. Squeeze out the excess water from the shredded potatoes using your hands.
3. Grease a muffin tin with some oil. Put the shredded potatoes in the tin and press them down to make a nest shape. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
4. Meanwhile, cook the lentils in boiling salted water for about 20-25 minutes until tender.
5. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until the onion turns translucent. Add the sliced cotechino sausage and cook for a few minutes until browned.
6. Drain the cooked lentils and add them to the pan with the onion and sausage. Season with smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
7. Divide the lentil and sausage mixture among the potato nests, filling them up to the top.
8. Bake in the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes until the filling is heated through and the potato nests are crispy.
9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Verdict:

This potato nests with lentils and cotechino recipe is a filling and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion. The crispy potato nest serves as a delicious vessel for the hearty lentil and sausage filling that’s packed with flavor and protein.

Serving Suggestions:

These potato nests can be served as an appetizer or a main course. For a complete meal, serve with a green salad or some steamed vegetables on the side.