Creamy Lentils With Kale Artichoke Saute

• 1/2 cup dried red lentils, rinsed and sorted
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1-1/4 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, divided
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or grapeseed oil
• 16 cups chopped fresh kale (about 12 ounces)
• 1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese
• 2 cups hot cooked brown or basmati rice

1. Place first 4 ingredients and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until lentils are tender and liquid is almost absorbed, 12-15 minutes. Remove from heat.
2. In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium heat. Add kale and remaining salt; cook, covered, until kale is wilted, 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add artichoke hearts, garlic and Italian seasoning; cook and stir 3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cheese.
3. Serve lentils and kale mixture over rice.

red lentils, oregano, pepper, vegetable broth, salt, olive oil, fresh kale, water, garlic, italian seasoning, romano cheese, basmati rice

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/creamy-lentils-with-kale-artichoke-saute/ (may not work)