Lentil Bolognese with Whole Wheat Pasta
Ingredients
- 2 cups lentils (cooked)
- 1 can tomatoes (crushed)
- 1 onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 carrot (diced)
- 1 stalk celery (diced)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- sea salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- whole wheat pasta (cooked according to package instructions)
- fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
- Parmesan cheese (grated)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the cooked lentils, crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-30. Enjoy!