Cuddle Me Lentils

Serves 4
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Directions

  1. 1Heat a drizzle of oil in a large, non-stick pan.
  2. 2Add the onion to the pan and fry for 5 minutes until soft.
  3. 3Stir in the garlic for the final minute.
  4. 4Stir the drained lentils, sun-dried tomatoes, double cream and stock into the onions.
  5. 5Bring to the boil and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring regularly until the sauce has thickened.
  6. 6Stir in the oregano, black pepper, chopped parsley and grated cheese.
  7. 7Season with salt.
  8. 8Gently bring to the boil, stirring until the cheese has melted.
  9. 9Serve with mashed potato or rice.

Ingredients

  • 1 x 400g (14oz) tins green lentils, drained
  • 1 onion, finely sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 300 ml (10fl.oz) double cream
  • 250 ml (9fl.oz) Vegetable stock
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 10 sundried tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 1 handful fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 50 g Italian Style hard cheese, finely grated (vegetarian parmesan)
  • 70 g finely grated cheddar
  • 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
  • Salt
  • 1 drizzle oil
  • 1 splash milk

Equipment

large, non-stick pan

Tips

  • If the sauce begins to dry a little, add a splash of milk.