Eat It

Instructions

1

Bring the lentils and 1 3/4 cup of the broth to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until the lentils are fully softened and the liquid is absorbed, about 30 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl with the remaining 1 tablespoon broth and mash well with a potato masher. Set aside.
2

Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, lemon juice and salt and cook, stirring, until softened, about 6 minutes. Add the peas, garlic, black pepper and cumin and stir until the peas are soft.
3

Puree the vegetable mixture til smooth, then add in the lentils and pulse til mostly smooth.
4

Combine remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly. Use optional ground beef if baby is not eating meat as often as needed. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
5

Heat pan to medium temperature and add oil or butter. Form the mixture into six 4-inch patties and spray with cooking spray on each side. Grill until nice grill marks form, about 3 minutes per side