Middle Eastern spiced lentil stew

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A warm and comforting stew with bold Middle Eastern spices, perfect for making ahead and reheating.

**Ingredients

1 cup cooked green lentils
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup vegetable broth
1 tablespoon fresh parsley to decorate
Instructions:

Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat and sauté denmark whatsapp number data the onion and garlic until softened.
Add the cumin and smoked paprika, stirring until fragrant.
Add the diced tomatoes, lentils and vegetable stock. Bring to the boil and simmer for 15 minutes.
Garnish with parsley before serving or pack into containers for meal prep.
e. Baked pasta casserole
This tasty cheese plate is perfect for making ahead and reheating for a cozy, carb-filled lunch.

**Ingredients

2 cups cooked pasta (for example, penne or fusilli)
1 cup marinara sauce
½ cup ricotta cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella
½ cup sautéed spinach
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a bowl, mix the cooked pasta, marinara sauce, ricotta and sautéed spinach.
Transfer to a baking dish and cover with grated mozzarella and oregano.
Bake for 20 minutes or until golden and bubbly.