Braised Lebanese Lentil Freekeh Bowl

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups (625 mL) lentils, whole red, dry
• 2 cups (500 mL) uncracked dry freekeh, rinsed, drained well
• 1 Tbsp (15 mL) cinnamon, ground
• 1/2 cup (125 mL) currants
• 2 qts (64 oz) low-sodium beef stock
• 1/3 cup (75 mL) pine nuts, toasted
• 1 cup (250 mL) red bell peppers, roasted, seeded, julienned
• 4 cups (2 L) lacinado kale, rough chop
• 3 Tbsp (45 mL) canola oil
• 1/4 cup (60 mL) lemon juice
• 2 tsp (10 mL) cayenne
• 1 tsp (5 mL) pepper
• 20 oz (600 g) cooked black forest ham, small dice