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Lentil Bolognese with Fresh Basil

Name: Lentil Bolognese with Fresh Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 350 g spaghetti; 250 g cooked brown lentils; 400 g chopped tomatoes; 1 medium onion; 1 carrot; 1 celery stalk; 2 garlic cloves; 2 tbsp tomato puree; 1 tbsp olive oil; 150 ml vegetable stock; 1 tsp dried oregano; 15 g fresh basil; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 30 g Parmesan

Zusammenfassung

A rich plant-based Bolognese made with lentils, root vegetables, tomatoes and basil.

Preparation

Finely dice the onion, carrot and celery. Peel and finely chop the garlic. Heat the oil in a wide pan over medium heat. Cook the onion, carrot and celery with a pinch of salt for 8 minutes, stirring often, until soft. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Stir in tomato puree and oregano for 1 minute. Add tomatoes, stock, lentils, salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer, then cook uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until thick enough to leave a clear trail when a spoon is drawn through it.
Meanwhile, cook spaghetti in salted boiling water following the packet time. Reserve 100 ml cooking water, then drain. Stir most of the basil into the sauce. Toss pasta with the sauce, loosening with a little cooking water if needed. Divide between bowls and finish with Parmesan and remaining basil.