Lentil Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 tbsp vegetable oil (i use broth instead)
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
1 cup uncooked red lentil
2 cups water or 2 cups beef broth or 2 cups vegetable broth (i prefer beef broth)
1 (5 1/2 oz) can tomato paste
3/4 cup water
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried )
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Directions:

In a large saucepan cook onion and garlic in oil for about 5 minutes, or until tender.
Add lentils and water (or broth).
Cover and cook on low heat until lentils are tender (20-35 minutes).
Add tomato paste, 3/4 cup water and seasonings.
Cover and cook until lentils are soft and mushy (about 10-15 minutes).
Serve over cooked spaghetti.
If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	146.33 Kcal (613 kJ)
Calories from fat	23.58 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	2.62g	4%
Sodium	202.81mg	8%
Potassium	393.37mg	8%
Total Carbs	22.3g	7%
Sugars	1.98g	8%
Dietary Fiber	10.61g	42%
Protein	8.84g	18%
Vitamin C	4.3mg	7%
Iron	2.8mg	16%
Calcium	41.1mg	4%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	87.18 Kcal (365 kJ)
Calories from fat	14.05 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	1.56g	4%
Sodium	120.84mg	8%
Potassium	234.37mg	8%
Total Carbs	13.28g	7%
Sugars	1.18g	8%
Dietary Fiber	6.32g	42%
Protein	5.26g	18%
Vitamin C	2.5mg	7%
Iron	1.7mg	16%
Calcium	24.5mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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