Vegetarian Spaghetti and Lentil Sauce |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 1 Minutes |
Ready In: 16 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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An easy stand by meal that the kids love. I usually double the recipe and pop it in the freezer for an instant meal when time is at a premium. Ingredients:
1 medium onion |
1 garlic clove, crushed |
4 tablespoons oil |
1 1/2 cups brown lentils |
1 whole dried chili |
1 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon pepper |
900 ml water |
2 teaspoons vegetable stock powder |
1/4 teaspoon dried basil |
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano |
1 (400 g) can chopped tomatoes |
1 (140 g) can tomato paste |
2 tablespoons vinegar |
spaghetti (for serving) |
Directions:
1. Cook onion and garlic in the oil for five minutes until onion is soft.
2. Add lentils, chili, salt and pepper, and water.
3. Simmer 30 minutes.
4. Add stock, basil, oregano, tomatoes, tomato paste, and vinegar.
5. Simmer uncovered approx one hour, stirring occasionally.
6. Serve on spaghetti and sprinkle with cheese.
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