How to Make Baked Lentils with Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Lentils are a nutritious and versatile food that can be enjoyed in a wide variety of dishes. From soups and salads to casseroles and stews, lentils add a hearty and satisfying element to any meal. One of the most delicious ways to enjoy lentils is in a baked casserole dish, where their earthy and nutty flavor can truly shine. In this recipe, we will explore how to make Baked Lentils with Cheese, a comforting and flavorful dish that is sure to become a family favorite.

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Ingredients

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

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix water, lentils, stewed tomatoes, onions, garlic, salt, pepper, marjoram, sage, thyme, and bay leaf together in a 3-quart casserole dish.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  • Stir in carrots and celery; cover and continue to bake until lentils and vegetables are tender, about 40 minutes.
  • Stir in bell pepper, then sprinkle Cheddar over top. Bake, uncovered, until cheese has melted, about 5 more minutes. Remove bay leaf before serving.
  • Nutrition

    383 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 36mg
    • Sodium: 1169mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 19g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 30mg
    • Calcium: 334mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 894mg