Lentils with Ground Beef and Rice Recipe

Place lentils in a bowl and cover with cold water. Soak for at least 4 hours.

Drain lentils and put in a large pot with 5 cups water and bouillon cube; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes. Add rice and simmer until rice and lentils are tender 15 to 20 minutes.

Meanwhile heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion bell pepper garlic cumin salt and pepper; saute until onion is golden brown and tender 5 to 7 minutes. Add ground beef; cook and stir until browned and crumbly 7 to 9 minutes. Add paprika and cook for 1 more minute.

Add meat mixture to lentils and rice. Simmer over low heat for 5 to 10 minutes.