BAKED LENTILS WITH CHEESE

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My mom came up with this recipe when I was a teenage vegetarian, and now it is one of my meat-loving husband's favorite dishes and still one of mine to this day.

Provided by Tiffany

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups water
1 ⅔ cups dry lentils
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
¼ teaspoon dried sage
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
2 large onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
2 large carrots, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a 3 quart casserole, combine the water and lentils. Season with the bay leaf, salt, pepper, marjoram, sage and thyme. Stir in onions, garlic, and stewed tomatoes.
  • Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and stir in the carrots and celery. Cover and continue to bake until the lentils and vegetables are tender, about 40 minutes. Remove from the oven a third time, stir in the green bell pepper and sprinkle cheese over the top. Bake, uncovered, until cheese has melted, about 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Cholesterol 36.2 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 19 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 1169.3 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

JANET CISSELL
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party.


Alyssa James
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make lentil dish.


Begad Elsays
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This dish is also a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber.


PoetX lالشاعر اكس
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family. The lentils are hearty and filling, and the cheese adds a gooey, comforting texture.


Scott Lindsey
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The lentils cook in about 20 minutes, and the whole dish can be assembled in under an hour.


Huntsville Junkers
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The cheese and spices really made the dish.


Danladi Gwandu
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This recipe was easy to follow and the lentils turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Biruk Hayilu
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This was a great way to use up some leftover lentils. The cheese and spices really made the dish.


Angle Lane
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I love this recipe! The lentils are so creamy and flavorful, and the cheese adds a perfect touch of richness. It's a great comfort food.


MD Limon Islam
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and so delicious. I've already made it twice, and I'm sure I'll be making it again and again.


raaaz ki baty with miss syeda uroosa
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the crispy cheese on top.


Mary Waddell
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The lentils cook in about 20 minutes, and the whole dish can be assembled in under an hour. It's also a great way to use up leftover lentils.


Nandakishor Mandal
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this recipe changed my mind. The lentils were cooked perfectly, and the cheese and spices added a lot of flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


shakerss
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I used a sharp cheddar cheese, and it gave the lentils a nice tang. I also added a bit of garlic and onion powder, which really enhanced the flavor.


Rayan Ahamad
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lentils are hearty and filling, and the cheese adds a gooey, comforting texture. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber.


Jocelyn Drew
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This baked lentils with cheese recipe was a hit! The lentils were cooked perfectly, and the cheese added a delicious richness. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables, and it was a complete meal.


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