Baked Lentil Tomato Casserole With Cheddar

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup lentils, rinsed
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, optional
• 1/2 cup onion, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, optional
• 1 can tomatoes
• 2 carrots, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Method

1. 1 Combine lentils, water, salt, pepper, onion, garlic powder, and tomatoes in a bowl.
2. 2 Transfer mixture to a 2-quart casserole dish and cover tightly with lid or foil.
3. 3 Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.
4. 4 Remove from oven, stir in sliced carrots, and cover again.
5. 5 Bake for 30 minutes longer.
6. 6 Uncover, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake 5 minutes until cheese melts.