1 c. dried lentils
4 c. water
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. salt

1/3 c. orzo noodles (browned in butter)
1 c. parboiled rice

onions (sauteed in olive oil)
yogurt

Simmer lentils in water for 15-20 minutes until they begin to get tender. Brown orzo noodles in butter. Add noodles and rice to lentils and cook another 20 minutes until rice is done. Turn off heat and let stand 5 minutes before serving. Serve topped with sauteed onions and yogurt.