Mmmmm . . . lentils . . .
Homer Simpson might be a donut freak, but that's only because he's never tried this delicious lowfat lentil casserole!
Preheat oven to 350.
2-2/3 cups water
3/4 cup lentils, uncooked
1/2 cup brown rice
2/3 cup onion, chopped
1/2 sweet green pepper, cored, seeded, and finely diced
1-1/4 cups white wine
2 cloves minced garlic
1 ounce grated Cheddar cheese You can go with fat-free cheese if you like)
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon basil
Salt and pepper to taste
Combine all of the ingredients (except the cheese) in a large bowl.
Pour the mixture into a 1-1/2 quart casserole.
Place the casserole (uncovered) into the oven and bake for 1-1/2 to 2 hours.
Remove when casserole is moist but firm.
Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese and bake for another five minutes.
Delicious!