1 cup (200g) dried brown or green lentils, rinsed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, finely diced
2 celery stalks, finely diced
1 cup (250g) mushrooms, finely chopped (optional)
1 can (14 oz/400g) crushed tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup (240ml) vegetable broth or water
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
½ tsp smoked paprika (optional, for depth)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp nutritional yeast (optional, for a cheesy flavor)
Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish
Directions:
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