Blazing I Mean Braising Pork And Red Lentils

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My culinary inspiration comes from colors and smells from the garden or market. i lived in coastal maryland and the salty smell in the air was daily inspiration for sure. now i live in new mexico and my surroundings are a study of reds and brown. Enough said.

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Steps

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Heat dutch oven and oil.

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Brown the onion , garlic and pork for 4 minutes , adding both paprikas half way through.

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Add the rest of the ingredients , bring up to a boil , reduce to a very low simmer and cover.

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Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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Let it cook for about 20 minutes , stirring occasionally.

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This certainly can cook as long as you have the patience for.

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Check the level of liquid.

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If you use a tougher cut let it cook until it is falling apart.

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The lentils should be added the last 20 minutes.

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Uncover pot and cook until thick to your liking.

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It will thicken slightly off the heat -- i let it rest 10 minutes or so before serving.

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Good garnishes include tomato slices , fresh lime , sour cream and fresh parsley.

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Ingredients

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oil, yellow onions, garlic cloves, pork loin, sweet paprika, hot paprika, cayenne, tomato paste, brown sugar, dry mustard, fresh thyme, bay leaves, dried red lentils, stock