Lentil Potato Pie Recipe
๐ Prep Time: 25 minutes
๐ Cook Time: 55 minutes
๐ Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the hearty goodness of Lentil Potato Pie, a wholesome dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines the earthy flavor of lentils with creamy mashed potatoes, all baked to perfection for a delightful dining experience. Whether you’re craving a comforting dinner or planning a nutritious meal, this savory pie will surely satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 3 potatoes
- 1 cup red lentils
- 40g butter
- 2 onions
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 red capsicum (bell pepper)
- 1 cup green beans
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 8 tbsp pasta sauce
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 553.7
- Fat: 11.7g
- Saturated Fat: 5.9g
- Cholesterol: 22.8mg
- Sodium: 463mg
- Carbohydrates: 95.3g
- Fiber: 13.8g
- Sugar: 12.7g
- Protein: 20.9g
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 180ยฐC (350ยฐF).
- Peel potatoes and cut them into chunks.
- Boil the potato chunks in a pot of water until just tender. Drain and keep warm in the pan.
- Wash lentils in cold water and drain. Place in a pan, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes or until tender. Drain.
- In a fry pan, heat half of the butter. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, and stir-fry over low heat for five minutes. Then add diced capsicum and green beans, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add pasta sauce to the pan and bring to a boil, stirring well.
- Pour the vegetable mixture into a shallow rectangular baking dish.
- Mash the cooked potatoes in the pan while still warm. Add milk and the remaining butter, and mix until smooth.
- Add cooked lentils, pepper, and chopped parsley to the mashed potatoes, and mix well.
- Spread the potato mixture evenly over the vegetable layer in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the pie is golden brown on top.
This Lentil Potato Pie is a satisfying one-dish meal that’s packed with flavor and nutrition. Serve it hot and enjoy the wholesome goodness with your loved ones!
