Baked Lentils & Cheese

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This is a big hit with the kids. High in protein, very filling.

Place the following in a shallow baking pan:

  • 2 cups lentils (12 oz, but you can use a full pound if you buy lentils in 1-lb bags, just add another 1/2 cup of water)
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 bay leaves (or more if you like)
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon marjoram
  • 1/4 teaspoon sage
  • 1/4 teaspoon thyme
  • 2 large onions
  • 2 cloves minced or crushed garlic
  • 1 can diced tomatoes, with liquid

Cover in foil and bake all this at 375F for half an hour.

Stir in:

  • 2 large carrots, sliced
  • 3-4 stalks celery, sliced

Re-cover and bake for another 40 minutes until veggies are tender.

Stir in:

  • 1 green pepper, chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped parsley

Sprinkle 1.5 cups shredded cheese over top and bake uncovered for 5 more minutes.

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