Pasta With Lentil Sauce and Feta (Vegetarian)

Submitted by Gingernut

"My friend Chris brought this over for dinner when I had my second baby. We all loved it. She also added some fresh green beans, which were not part of the original recipe. From ABC's Delicious Magazine, 2004."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 13
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 carrot, finely chopped
• 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 (800 g) can diced tomatoes
• 1⁄2 cup water
• 1 (410 g) can brown lentils
• 300 g spaghetti
• 100 g feta, crumbled
• 300 -400 g fresh green beans (optional)

directions

1. Saute onion, carrot and celery in oil over low heat until softened (about 5 minutes).
2. Add remaining ingredients, except lentils, beans, and pasta. Bring to a boil and season with salt and pepper. Turn the heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Add the lentils and beans and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, cook the pasta as directed. Drain and divide pasta between bowls, top with sauce and sprinkle with feta.