SPEEDY LENTIL & BEAN CASSEROLE

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This is a really quick dinner to make. Great for those busy times when time is at a premium. From Anne Lindsay's Lighthearted Everyday Cooking.

Provided by Dreamer in Ontario

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, diced
2 stalks celery, sliced
1 (19 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (19 ounce) can lentils, drained and rinsed
1 (19 ounce) can tomatoes, drained
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
pepper, to taste
1 1/2 cups shredded low-fat cheddar cheese or 1 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In an oven proof skillet, heat oil over medium heat and cook the onion and celery until the onion is softened.
  • Add the beans, lentils, tomatoes and seasonings.
  • Break up the tomatoes.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  • Sprinkle on the cheese.
  • Broil until the cheese has melted.
  • ALTERNATIVE MICROWAVE INSTRUCTIONS:.
  • In a microwave safe casserole, combine the oil, onion and celery.
  • Cover the dish and cook for 3 to 4 minutes of high power (until onion is soft).
  • Add the beans, lentils, tomatoes and seasonings.
  • Break up the tomatoes.
  • Cover and microwave for 5 minutes on high power or until everything has been heated.
  • Sprinkle on the cheese and microwave until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.6, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 8.9, Sodium 685.1, Carbohydrate 56.9, Fiber 20.4, Sugar 10.7, Protein 31.2

Adbud Dunia
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This casserole is a great comfort food. It's perfect for a cold winter day.


Jexii Khan
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken.


Merica Magar
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I'm not a fan of lentils, but I really liked this casserole. The beans and cheese helped to mask the lentil flavor.


Itz Macdom
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Ijaz ali
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I added some chopped spinach to this casserole and it was delicious.


Robbieann Gable
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover rice.


MustafaMughal 208
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I made this casserole in my slow cooker and it turned out great. It's a great way to have a hot meal ready when I get home from work.


Ulices Alvarado
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This casserole is perfect for a crowd. It's easy to double or triple the recipe.


Rashid Sunny
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this casserole. It's a great way to get more plant-based protein in my diet.


Elizabeth Butterworth
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This casserole is a healthy and affordable meal option.


Asad Gamer k
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This casserole is a great freezer meal. I like to make a double batch and freeze half for later.


Shazaib Abaid
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I love the versatility of this casserole. You can add different vegetables, spices, and cheeses to suit your taste.


Gs Sarker
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover lentils and beans.


Chand Chand
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it.


Scarlet Bruere
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This casserole was a lifesaver on a busy weeknight. It was quick and easy to make, and my kids loved it.


big bird
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I'm not usually a fan of casseroles, but this one was really good. The lentils and beans were cooked perfectly and the spices were just right.


jess Wilson
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This lentil and bean casserole was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially loved the crispy cheesy topping.