Name: One-Pot Lentil Bolognese Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Ingredients: ½ white onion, thinly sliced; 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes; 4-6 garlic cloves, minced; ¾ cup lentils, soaked in hot water for 10 minutes; 16 oz canned whole tomatoes; 1 cup packed, fresh basil leaves; 1 Tbsp sun-dried tomatoes, chopped; 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast; ½ tsp salt; ½ tsp black pepper; Pinch of red pepper flakes; 12 oz whole grain spaghetti, or pasta of your choice; 1 Tbsp fresh oregano, finely chopped (or 2 tsp dried); 2 ½ cups water

By Taavi Moore

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This hearty one-pot pasta is enveloped in a rich, flavorful tomato sauce with lentils and topped with fresh basil and red pepper flakes for a quick and easy but filling dinner.

Prep: 10 mins Cook: 15 mins

Low Sugar Nut Free Soy Free

Ingredients

½ white onion, thinly sliced
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
4-6 garlic cloves, minced
¾ cup lentils, soaked in hot water for 10 minutes
16 oz canned whole tomatoes
1 cup packed, fresh basil leaves
1 Tbsp sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 Tbsp nutritional yeast
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
Pinch of red pepper flakes
12 oz whole grain spaghetti, or pasta of your choice
1 Tbsp fresh oregano, finely chopped (or 2 tsp dried)
2 ½ cups water

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients into a large pot.
2. Stir frequently while bringing to a simmer over medium-high heat (to ensure pasta doesn't stick together).
3. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes or until noodles are al dente.
4. Season with salt, if desired.
5. Serve with torn fresh basil leaves, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, and freshly ground black pepper.