Cotechino Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Lentils

   Rinse the black lentils under cold water and then soak them in water for about 30 minutes. Drain before cooking.

2. 2

   Cook the Sausage

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced Italian sausage and cook until browned. Remove the sausage and set aside.

3. 3

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In the same pot, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.

4. 4

   Add Lentils and Broth

   Stir in the soaked black lentils, vegetable broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

5. 5

   Combine and Season

   Add the cooked Italian sausage back to the pot. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well and heat through for another 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Serve

   Remove the bay leaf and serve the Cotechino warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.