1/2 c. dried red lentils
1 1/2 c. water, divided
3 carrots, cleaned & cut up
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/4 c. raisins
2 tbsp. butter
Salt or chicken bouillon cubes
1 tsp. curry powder (hot madras)
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper (opt.)
Rice
Non-fat plain yogurt

Combine lentils and 1/2 cup water in 2 quart microwave safe casserole, cover and cook on high 5 minutes. Add carrots and 1/2 cup water. Cover and cook 5 minutes. Add 1/2 cup water and remaining ingredients except rice and yogurt. NOTE: Red lentils available at health food stores. Also cauliflower may also be added with carrots.