Baked Lentil Casserole
Baked lentils, vegetables, and cheese make a complete vegetarian dinner in one dish.
- Average Cost: $6.16
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 65 minutes
- Servings: 5
Recipe Source: MyPlate – Baked Lentil Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 cup lentils (rinsed)
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper (optional)
- 1/2 cup onion (chopped)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 can tomatoes
- 2 carrots (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
Directions
- Combine lentils, water, seasonings, onion, and tomatoes.
- Place in a 2 quart casserole dish.
- Cover tightly with lid or foil.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
- Remove from oven and add carrots. Stir.
- Cover and bake 30 minutes longer.
- Remove cover and sprinkle cheese on top.
- Bake, uncovered 5 minutes, until cheese melts.
