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Cheesy Lentil Casserole for Cozy Family Dinners!

Cheesy Lentil Casserole — Baked with Veggies & Herbs
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A cozy and hearty Cheesy Lentil Casserole baked with veggies and herbs, perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked brown/green lentils
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, chopped
  • 1 large carrot, diced
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup grated mozzarella
  • 1/4 cup grated cheddar
  • 1 1/2 cups ricotta (or thick yogurt)
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Sauté onion in olive oil over medium heat for 3 minutes. Add garlic, carrot, celery, pepper, and zucchini; cook for 7–8 minutes. Stir in cumin, paprika, thyme, salt, pepper, and tomato paste. Add diced tomatoes and lentils; simmer for 10 minutes to thicken. Stir in parsley.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine ricotta/yogurt, mozzarella, cheddar, nutmeg, salt, and pepper to make the cheese mixture.
  3. Preheat the oven to 190°C/375°F. Spread the lentil mixture in a baking dish and top with the cheese mixture. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbling. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Make it vegan by swapping in plant-based cheeses.
  • This dish is meal-prep friendly and tastes even better the next day.

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