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Red lentil tomato pasta
Red lentils cook into a thick tomato sauce for a generous pasta supper.
~$1.34 per serving
What goes in
- Pasta, dry12 oz~$1.50
- Red lentils, dry¾ cup~$0.85
- Crushed tomatoes1 can (28 oz)~$1.80
- Onion1 medium~$0.70
- Garlic2 cloves~$0.15
- Olive oil1 tbsp~$0.20
- Dried oregano and salt1 tsp oregano, ½ tsp salt~$0.15
Whole recipe estimate$5.35
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Let’s make it
- 1
Dice onion and mince garlic. Cook onion in oil for 5 minutes, then add garlic and oregano for 30 seconds.
- 2
Rinse the lentils and add them with tomatoes, salt, and 2 cups of water. Simmer for 20–25 minutes until lentils are soft, stirring often and adding water if needed.
- 3
While the sauce simmers, cook pasta according to its package directions. Drain and toss with the sauce. Divide into four servings.
Original recipe and planning estimates by NeighborhoodHub. Cooking times are estimates; this recipe has not yet been kitchen-tested.