Ingredients
Ingredients
- ½ white onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 4-6 garlic cloves, minced
- ¾ cup lentils, soaked in hot water for 10 minutes
- 16 oz canned whole tomatoes
- 1 cup packed, fresh basil leaves
- 1 Tbsp sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- 12 oz whole grain spaghetti, or pasta of your choice
- 1 Tbsp fresh oregano, finely chopped (or 2 tsp dried)
- 2 ½ cups water
Instructions
Instructions
- 1. Add all ingredients into a large pot.
- 2. Stir frequently while bringing to a simmer over medium-high heat (to ensure pasta doesn't stick together).
- 3. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes or until noodles are al dente.
- 4. Season with salt, if desired.
- 5. Serve with torn fresh basil leaves, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, and freshly ground black pepper.
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