Lentil Bro

Description

The Shetland Islands' proximity to Scandinavia is evident in its traditional celebration "Up-Helly-A", during which the Shetland inhabitants, dressed as Vikings, carry a long-boat through the streets of Lerwick and later set it on fire! Norse influence is also evident in the food traditions of the Shetlanders.

Lentil Bro

Ingredients

• 1 ounce butter
• 8 ounces lentils
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• ½ small swede or turnip, diced
• salt
• freshly ground black pepper
• 48 – 50 fluid ounces ham stock (or other stock)
• freshly chopped parsley

Directions

1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan and sauté the lentils and all the vegetables.
2. Season with salt and black pepper and add the stock.
3. Bring to the boil and simmer for 2 hours.
4. Adjust the seasoning to taste and serve garnished with parsley.