Brown lentils 14 cup brown lentils 2A cups boiling water Place the lentils and water in 1/2 large, deep, microwave-safe dish. Cover. Microwave on medium high for 6 minutes Stir three times during cooking. Allow to stand for 1/2 further 6 minutes. Drain, if desired, and use in soups, casseroles and salads.
Makes about 114 cups
DOD Brown rice
1 1/2 cups brown rice 21/4 cups boiling water
Place the rice and water in 1/2 large, deep, microwave-safe dish. Cover. Microwave on high for 10 minutes Reduce to medium for 1/2 further 10 minutes Stir at least two to three times during cooking, until fluffy. Allow to stand for 1/2 further 5 minutes. Most of the water will then be absorbed.
Rinse under hot water and drain. Use as desired.