Vegetarian Casserole

The method

1. 01

   Heat the oil in a large, heavy-based pan.

2. 02

   Add the onions and cook gently for 5 – 10 mins until softened.

3. 03

   Add the garlic, spices, dried thyme, carrots, celery and peppers and cook for 5 minutes.

4. 04

   Add the tomatoes, stock, courgettes and fresh thyme and cook for 20 - 25 minutes.

5. 05

   Take out the thyme sprigs.

6. 06

   Stir in the lentils and bring back to a simmer.

7. 07

   Serve with wild and white basmati rice, mash or quinoa.