Baked Lentils with Cheese

Baked Lentils with Cheese
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 40 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    121

Discover a comforting and deeply flavorful vegetarian delight. This recipe transforms humble lentils into a cheesy, savory casserole that will become a family favorite.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    45 g
  • Cholesterol
    36 mg
  • Fiber
    19 g
  • Protein
    24 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    1169 mg
  • Sugar
    8 g
  • Fat
    12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 0 mins Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

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02 Step

Recipe View 5 mins In a 3-quart casserole dish, combine water, lentils, stewed tomatoes, onions, garlic, salt, pepper, marjoram, sage, thyme, and bay leaf.

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Recipe View 30 mins Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

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Recipe View 40 mins Stir in carrots and celery; cover and continue to bake until lentils and vegetables are tender, about 40 minutes.

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Recipe View 5 mins Stir in bell pepper, then sprinkle Cheddar cheese over top. Bake, uncovered, until cheese has melted, about 5 minutes. Remove bay leaf before serving.

For a richer flavor, sauté the onions and garlic in a little olive oil before adding them to the casserole dish.
Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese. Gruyere or Monterey Jack would also be delicious.
If you don't have stewed tomatoes on hand, you can use regular diced tomatoes with a pinch of sugar.
This dish is even better the next day, as the flavors meld together beautifully.
To add a smoky flavor, include 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika.

Mario Nikolaushills

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 40 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Frederic Williamson

    I made this for a vegetarian potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone asked for the recipe!

  • Mariam Willms

    I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat. Delicious!

  • Geo Hickle

    My kids, who are usually picky eaters, absolutely loved this! A great way to sneak in some vegetables.

  • Thomas Hintz

    I used vegetable broth instead of water for an even more flavorful dish!

  • Kaela Stoltenberg

    Easy to follow and very satisfying. Will definitely make again.

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