Step 1 of 5
Vegetarian Casserole
Heat the oil in a large, heavy-based pan. Add the onion and cook gently for 5–10 minutes until softened.
Step 2
Add the garlic, paprika, cumin, dried thyme, carrots, celery and peppers. Cook for 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add the canned tomatoes, vegetable stock, courgettes and fresh thyme. Cook for 20–25 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened.
Step 4
Remove the thyme sprigs. Stir in the lentils and bring back to a simmer.
Step 5
Serve with wild and white basmati rice, mash or quinoa.
