Vegan Lentils and Pasta

I made a yummy dish for lunch today and had to share it with my readers. Not only is it delicious, its packed with protein and flavor. Plus, its easy to make. It is perfect for lunch, brunch or dinner and can also be a side dish. I think it would be good to serve at a party as well. This dish is vegan but if you wanted to add some parmesan cheese, that's fine too. But it certainly doesn't need it. Happy Cooking!

Ingredients:
1 cup of any small pasta - I used Dischi
1/2 cup of lentils
3 cups of veggie broth - I use Rapunzel Vegan Veggie Cubes w/ Sea Salt
1 small onion - You can use 3 shallots instead
3 cloves of garlic
parsley
1 tbsp of olive oil

First, cook the lentils until they are soft. This could take about 20 minutes or so.
While they are cooking, chop the onion and garlic. If you are using fresh parsley, chop that too.
Once the lentils are cooked, drain and put aside.
Boil the veggie broth and add the pasta. Cook on medium high.
In a small pan, pour the olive oil and saute the onions on medium heat until they are translucent, about 5 -8 minutes.
Then add the garlic and saute another 5 minutes. Turn heat off.
When the pasta is done, add the lentils, onions and garlic and mix.
Simmer on low for another 5 minutes.
Add the parsley and serve.

* Makes about 4 servings