Riso e lenticchie (Rice and Lentils) | Searching4Zen

Ingredients

• 250g (8 oz) dried lentils, soaked overnight (see Notes)
• 250g (8 oz) rice (see Notes)
• 75g (3 oz) pancetta, diced
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1-2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
• 2-3 canned tomatoes, chopped or simply crushed in your hand (optional)
• A small sprig of fresh rosemary (optional)
• Lard or olive oil
• Broth or water, q.b.
• Best-quality olive oil
• Grated pecorino or Parmesan cheese
• Freshly grated black pepper