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Mujadara — Lentils, Rice and Onions
Lebanese lentils and rice crowned with deeply browned onions.
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Koshari — Egyptian Lentils, Rice and Pasta
Egyptian comfort food layered with grains, pulses, tomato sauce and crisp onions.
Prep25 minutesCook45 minutesServes4–6 people
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