Soupy Spanish Lentils with Chorizo and Manchego Toast
"Soupy Spanish Lentils with Chorizo and Manchego Toast - Braised lentils with spicy chorizo sausage kicked up with red wine and Spanish spices and served with crusty bread topped with melted Manchego cheese is perfect winter comfort food!..."
INGREDIENTS
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LENTILS
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 pound fresh chorizo sausage (approximately 3 large links)
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1 large onion, finely chopped
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2 stalks celery, finely chopped
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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1 jar (12-ounce) roasted red bell peppers in olive oil, drained and coarsely chopped
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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1 cup dry red wine
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4 to 6 cups chicken broth
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1 1/2 cups brown lentils
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
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salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
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TOAST
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1 loaf whole-grain rustic bread, cut into 1-inch slices
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4 tablespoons butter, softened
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 1/2 to 2 cups grated "young" Manchego cheese
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