Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1-1/2 cups dried lentils, rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 12 ounces uncooked spaghetti
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Method

  • In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the lentils, broth, pepper and cayenne. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until lentils are tender.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, vinegar, basil and oregano. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40-45 minutes.
  • Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain. Serve with lentil sauce. Sprinkle with cheese.