Lentil & Rice Pilaf with Veggies

Lentil & Rice Pilaf with Veggies

1/2 cup dry lentils - rinsed & drained
2 TBSP oil
1 clove garlic
1 cup uncooked basamati rice
2 cups chicken or veggie soup stock
Sprinkle of cumin, pepper and other spices to taste.
Any raw veggies you have on hand (carrots, squash, sweet potato, broccoli...)

Bring lentils to a boil, uncovered, for 10 minutes, drain.

Heat 2 TBSP oil in large saucepan or deep skillet.
Add 1 clove finely crushed garlic and cook, about 1 minute
Add lentils along with 1 cup uncooked white basmati rice. Stir to combine. Add 2 cups of chicken or veggie stock. Add raw veggies, if desired

Bring to a boil. Stir once, cover and reduce heat to medium-low until the stock is absorbed and the rice and lentils are tender - about 15 minutes. Uncover, remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.