Lentil Cottage Pie

Method

25 min prep · 45 min cook

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

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2. 2

   In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and cook until soft.

   Olive oilOnionCarrotsSticks of celery

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3. 3

   Add the garlic, thyme, and rosemary, and cook for another minute.

   Of garlicThymeRosemary

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4. 4

   Stir in the lentils, vegetable broth, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, until lentils are tender.

   ⏱ 30 minGreen lentilsVegetable brothTomato paste

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5. 5

   In a small bowl, mix the flour with a little water to make a paste, then stir into the lentil mixture to thicken. Season with salt and pepper.

   Green lentilsTomato pasteAll-purpose flourSalt and pepper to taste

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6. 6

   Spoon the lentil mixture into a baking dish. Top with the mashed potatoes and smooth the top.

   Green lentilsLarge potatoes

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7. 7

   Bake for 20 minutes, or until the top is golden. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

   ⏱ 20 min

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Courses: Dinner

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