* Exported from MasterCook * Brown Rice and Lentil Stew (Pressure Cooked) Recipe By : Cooking Under Pressure, copyright 1989 Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Grains Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 2 tb Olive oil 3 cl Garlic -- minced 3 c Onions -- coarsely chopped 3 Celery rib -- sliced 2 1/2 c Short-grain brown rice -- picked over & rinsed 1/2 lb Mushrooms -- sliced 4 3/4 c Chicken stock, vegetable stock, or bouillon 2 Bay leaves 1 1/2 ts Dried oregano 1 tb Prepared mustard 1/2 ts Salt -- or to taste 1 c Tomato sauce 1 c Fresh parsley -- minced Author's note: This recipe calls for short-grain brown rice, which has a delightully chewy texture - a nice contrast to the pliant lentils. Heat the oil in the cooker. Saute the garlic and onions until the onions are lightly browned, about 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in the celery, brown rice, and lentils, and saute another minute. Add the mushrooms, stock, bay leaves, oregano, and mustard, and bring to the boil. Lock the lid in place oand over high heat bring to high pressure. Adjust the heat to maintain high pressure, and cook for 20 minutes. Let the pressure drop naturally for 10 minutes. Quick release any remaining pressure. Remove the lid, tilting it away from you to allow any excess steam to escape. Remove the bay leaves and stir in the salt, tomato sauce, and parsley. If the rice or lentils are not quite done, cover, and simmer over low heat until desired consistency, stirring in a bit of boiling water if the mixture seems dry. Adjust seasonings and serve. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -