Beef and Lentil Bolognese

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This is a classic bolognese recipe which is well known throughout New Zealand. However lentils have been added to add extra fibre and to lower the cost.

Method

1. Gently saute the diced onion, carrot and celery until soft and lightly browned in a large pot.
2. Add mince and stir constantly to break up and brown evenly.
3. Add all other ingredients.
4. Bring to the boil then reduce heat to a gentle simmer.
5. Simmer gently for approximately 1 hour.

 

You could serve this bolognese on pasta or as a base for cottage pie

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To serve

You need

  • 15ml canola oil
  • 75g carrot, peeled and diced
  • 230g onion, diced
  • 100g celery, diced
  • 625g lean beef mince
  • 1.5kg canned whole peeled tomatoes, crushed
  • 210g dried red lentils
  • 1g dried mixed herbs
  • 20ml vinegar
  • 250ml water
  • 1g ground pepper
  • 5g brown sugar

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