Vegan Spag Bol (Spaghetti Bolognaise)

This is a yummy, easy to make and healthy meal. You could add extra ingredients, experiment with different seasonings.. make an extra big pot and freeze some for another day! I 'invented' this today, and it is so good I had to post the recipe before I forget it!

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 2

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

Directions

1. 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.
2. Add everything else, and simmer gently until everything cooked.
3. season to taste. A small amount of sugar (up to a teaspoon) gives many savory dishes a lift.
4. Serve on cooked pasta (can be gluten free) And top with vegan cheese if desired.