Mari Vineyards Simplicissimus Sparkling Riesling 2022, Old Mission Peninsula ($38).
, stemmed and chopped (about.Bring stock, lentils, and 2 teaspoons salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high.
Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until lentils are tender, about 25 minutes..Meanwhile, whisk together lemon juice, shallot, black pepper, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl.Slowly whisk in olive oil until thickened and well combined.
Whisk in parsley and dill.Set vinaigrette aside.. Heat a small skillet over medium; add mustard seeds, and toast, stirring often, until seeds begin to pop, 1 to 2 minutes.
Stir seeds into lentil mixture.
Add kale, and stir until wilted; if needed, cover saucepan and let stand 1 to 2 minutes.Add the sauce, stirring well to prevent splattering.
Stir in the remaining stock, a little at a time.Cover and cook, for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chiles lose their raw edge.
Stir in the bread crumbs and cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce is lightly thickened, about 10 minutes.Add the chocolate and cook, stirring constantly, until it is well dissolved.