Red Lentil Bolognaise Sauce

• Ingredients
• 250g dry red lentils
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 2 medium onions, peeled and chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, peeled, crushed or finelychopped
• 1 tin of tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato puree
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano or mixed dried herbs
• 2 tablespoons grated cheese
• Ground black pepper

• Method
• Cook the lentils as per the instructions on the packet
• In a large pan heat the oil, and when it is hot add the onions and garlic
• Fry until they become dark brown in colour
• Add the tin of tomatoes and juice, tomato puree, herbs and cooked lentils
• Allow to simmer over a low heat for 20-30 minutes
• Serve poured over rice or pasta with a sprinkling of grated cheese over the top