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Pasta e lenticchie (pasta and lentils) is a staple of Neapolitan cuisine. Simply pasta with lentils, olive oil, garlic, pepper flakes, and fresh herbs.
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3 quarts (3.5 L) water
2 ½ cups (625 mL) whole red lentils, dry and rinsed well
½ cup (125 mL) extra virgin olive oil
3 Tbsp (45 mL) garlic, minced
2 tsp (10 mL) crushed red pepper flakes
2 tsp (10 mL) salt
2 lb (1 kg) orecchiette pasta
2 Tbsp (30 mL) fresh thyme, minced
2 Tbsp (30 mL) fresh oregano, minced
1 cup (250 mL) Parmesean cheese, finely grated
1 egg yolk