Vegetarian Casserole

Method

1. 1

   Heat the oil in a large, heavy-based pan. Add the onions and cook gently for 5 – 10 mins until softened.

2. 2

   Add the garlic, spices, dried thyme, carrots, celery and peppers and cook for 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the tomatoes, stock, courgettes and fresh thyme and cook for 20 - 25 minutes.

4. 4

   Take out the thyme sprigs. Stir in the lentils and bring back to a simmer. Serve with wild and white basmati rice, mash or quinoa.