Dinner, Comfort food, from Cook Twice
Lentil Bolognese over Protein Pasta
A rich, slow-simmered tasting bolognese where hearty lentils and mushrooms stand in for the meat, served over high-protein pasta with a shower of parmesan. Pure comfort food that delivers about 25 g of protein a plate.
450calories25gprotein78gcarbs7gfat
Per serving. Estimates from USDA and label data, optional ingredients included.
Serves 650 minLevel 2 Meal prep
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Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups (240 g) dry brown or green lentils, rinsed
- 12 oz (340 g) high-protein pasta, such as Barilla Protein+
- 1 can (28 oz / 794 g) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp (32 g) tomato paste
- 8 oz (227 g) cremini or white mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 medium carrots, finely diced
- 2 celery stalks, finely diced (optional)
- 3 cups (720 ml) vegetable broth, plus more as needed
- 1 1/2 oz (42 g) grated parmesan, to serve
- Fresh basil to finish (optional)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) avocado oil; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tsp oregano, pinch of cinnamon, red pepper flakes optional; 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper
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