Name: Vegetarian bolognese
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion (200g), chopped finely; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves; 400 grams canned diced tomatoes; 400 grams canned tomato puree; 400 grams brown lentils, drained, rinsed; 400 grams spaghetti; 1/3 cup (25g) finely grated pecorino cheese; 2 tablespoons small basil leaves, extra

There’s nothing quite like bolognese for a hearty meal, but not everyone likes to eat meat. This tempting vegetarian bolognese is so good that even the most dedicated meat eaters are sure to come around to it, and if not, then more you!

Looking for more vegetarian dinners or more bolognese recipes?

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 large onion (200g), chopped finely

2 cloves garlic, crushed

2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh basil

1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

400 grams canned diced tomatoes

400 grams canned tomato puree

400 grams brown lentils, drained, rinsed

400 grams spaghetti

1/3 cup (25g) finely grated pecorino cheese

2 tablespoons small basil leaves, extra

Method

1.Heat oil in a large deep frying pan over medium heat; cook onion, stirring, for 5 minutes or until golden. Stir in garlic, herbs, diced tomatoes and puree; cook for 5 minutes. Add lentils, then bring to the boil; cook, covered, for 4 minutes or until sauce thickens. Season to taste.

2.Cook pasta in a large saucepan of salted boiling water following packet directions until tender; drain. Return pasta to pan.

3.Divide spaghetti and lentil ‘bolognese’ among plates or bowls. Serve topped with parmesan and extra basil leaves; season with salt and pepper.

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