Ingredients

  • 1 small-medium onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 cup chopped mushroom
  • 1/2 cup diced sweet potato
  • 1/2 cup diced courgette
  • 1 medium carrot, grated
  • 400 g chopped tomatoes with juice
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 stock, cube (optional)
  • 1/2 - 3/4 cup red lentil
  • 1/4 cup water
  • salt
  • pepper
  • 1 teaspoon mixed herbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Method

  • Saute the onion and garlic in a little oil. Don't brown. Add the diced sweet potato, mushroom and courgette and stir fry gently for a few minutes.
  • Add everything else, and simmer gently until everything cooked.
  • season to taste. A small amount of sugar (up to a teaspoon) gives many savory dishes a lift.
  • Serve on cooked pasta (can be gluten free) And top with vegan cheese if desired.