French Lentils with Caramelized Celery Root and Parsley

Bring water and lentils to a boil in amedium saucepan. Reduce heat, and gentlysimmer, partially covered, until lentils arejust tender, 27 to 30 minutes. Drain lentils,and transfer to a medium bowl.

Meanwhile, heat 1 teaspoon oil in a mediumnonstick high-sided skillet over mediumheat. Cook celery root, stirring occasionally,until caramelized, 18 to 20 minutes.

Add celery root to bowl with lentils. Stirin parsley, lemon juice, shallot, 1 teaspoonsalt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and remaining tablespoon oil. Let cool. Divide among 4 bowls.