Contributed by (Recipe adapted from “Veg Eats” at www.fatfree.com)

Ingredients

2 2/3 C Water
¾ C Red Lentils, uncooked
½ C Brown rice
2/3 C Onion, chopped
½ Green pepper, cored, seeded, and finely diced
1-1/4 C White wine
2 cloves Garlic, well chopped
½ tsp Basil
Salt and pepper to taste
¼ tsp Oregano
¼ tsp Thyme
1 ounce grated fat free Cheddar cheese

Instructions

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 (350° F) and bake for 1-1/2 to 2 hours. Remove when the casserole is moist but not runny. Sprinkle with cheese and bake for another five minutes.

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