Usher in Fall with Lentils and Sausages

My very favorite season is upon us! I love fall. I think it stems from my Floridian roots and the fact that, growing up I never got to experience a true fall. When I moved to Northern California a few years ago, I fell in love with all the new changes that this season brings! I love the brightly colored leaves, the crisp autumn air and the abundance of belly-warming dishes like this one. This traditional French dish of lentils and spicy sausages is one of my favorite ways to usher in the new season. Its absolutely delicious and perfect for an easy one-pot weeknight meal that the whole family will love. Hot Italian sausages are roasted until crispy and served with flavorful green lentils that have been simmering with onion, carrot, celery and garlic. Fresh rosemary and a dash of mustard finish this dish off---your family will be begging for more! Dont forget some crusty French bread and red wine. Enjoy!

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Jenna Weber is half of the Fresh Tastes blog team. She graduated from Le Cordon Bleu in 2008 and, since then, has worked as a pastry chef, bread baker and freelance food editor. Currently, Jenna blogs full-time on EatLiveRun.com where her delicious daily recipes and quirky culinary musings appeal to thousands. She lives in Northern California and, when not in the kitchen, can usually be found on her yoga mat.