Budget veggie bolognese
A rich tasting, family-friendly bolognese packed with vegetables and lentils. Any leftovers keep well in the fridge for a couple of days and can be frozen too. This recipe is part of a Budget vegetarian meal plan for four. In October 2023 this recipe was costed at an average of £3.83 when checking prices at four UK supermarkets. This recipe is designed to be made in conjunction with a low-cost store-cupboard.
Ingredients
- Vegetable oil30 ml
- water400 ml
Instructions
4 steps- 1
Heat the oil in a large, deep frying pan, sauté pan or wide-based saucepan and fry the onion, carrot, courgette and mushrooms over a high heat for 8-10 minutes or until the vegetables are softened and beginning to brown, stirring regularly.
- 2
Add the lentils, tomatoes, stock cube, tomato ketchup and herbs. Refill the tomato tin with water (it will measure around 400ml) and pour into the pan. Season with salt and lots of ground black pepper.
- 3
Cover with a lid and bring to a gentle simmer over a medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce is thick and all the vegetables are softened, stirring regularly - especially towards the end of the cooking time as the sauce thickens. Season to taste.
- 4
While the bolognese is simmering, cook the pasta according to the pack instructions. Drain the pasta and serve topped with the bolognese and a little grated cheese.
Nutrition
Per 100 grams
Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.
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