Lentils and Bacon

• lentils↗2 1⁄4 cups

  washed and cleaned

• water↗6 cups
• thick slab bacon↗1 lb

  cut in 1 inch pieces

• potatoes↗3

  peeled and cut into 1/2 in cubes

• vinegar↗1⁄2 cup
• sugar↗1⁄4 cup
• salt↗
• butter↗2 tablespoons
• onions↗2

  chopped

• parsley↗2 tablespoons

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Combine lentils,water and bacon in a large heavy saucepan .

2. 2

   Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.

3. 3

   Cover and simmer for 45 minutes.

4. 4

   Add potatoes and continue to cook until lentils are tender about 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Stir in vinegar and sugar.

6. 6

   Taste and add salt if needed.

7. 7

   Place in serving dish and keep warm.

8. 8

   Melt butter in skillet ;saute onions and parsley over medium heat until onions are transparent.

9. 9

   Spoon over lentils.

10. 10

    Serve hot.