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Italian lentil hotpot

Serves: 6
Prep: 15
Cook: 15

    This hearty meal will satisfy the appetite of all your family. Simple to make and it has an Italian twist.

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    Ingredients

    • 1 tbs oil
    • 1 onion, chopped
    • 1 carrot, chopped
    • 1/2 tsp dried italian herbs
    • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
    • 690g bottle passata sauce
    • 2 x 425g can brown lentils, rinsed and drained
    • 375g packet commercial gnocchi
    • 1/2 cup grated cheese

    Method

    1. Step 1

      Heat oil in a large pot and saute onion and carrot until just soft.
    2. Step 2

      Add italian herbs and mushrooms and saute for 1 min.
    3. Step 3

      Stir through passata sauce and lentils. Bring mixture to boil then reduce heat and simmer for 10 mins until sauce is slightly thickened.
    4. Step 4

      Bring large pot of water to boil and add gnocchi. When gnocchi comes to surface of water remove and drain.
    5. Step 5

      Place lentil sauce in a casserole dish and top with gnocchi. Sprinkle with cheese.
    6. Step 6

      Place under griller and grill until cheese is melted.

    Tips

    • Replace gnocchi with mashed potato or sweet potato for a more traditional option.

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