Lentil Pastel de Papa (Shepherd's Pie)

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Brown or green lentils
• 1 large Onion
• 1 large Carrot
• 2 stalks Celery
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 3 large Potatoes
• 1/4 cup Vegan butter
• 1/2 cup Plant-based milk (unsweetened)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Spices (cumin, paprika, oregano)
• to taste N/A Salt and Pepper

Instructions

1. 1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 2Finely chop the 1 large onion, 1 large carrot, 2 stalks celery, and 3 cloves garlic.
3. 3Heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
4. 4Add the chopped 1 large onion, 1 large carrot, 2 stalks celery, and 3 cloves garlic to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened, about 8-10 minutes.
5. 5Stir in the 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and the 1 teaspoon of spices (cumin, paprika, oregano). Cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly.
6. 6Add the 1.5 cups of brown or green lentils and the 4 cups of vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 25-30 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Season the lentil mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
7. 7While the lentils are simmering, peel and cut the 3 large potatoes into roughly equal-sized pieces. Place the potatoes in a medium pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes thoroughly.
8. 8Return the drained potatoes to the pot. Add the 1/4 cup of vegan butter and the 1/2 cup of plant-based milk. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. 9Spread the cooked lentil mixture evenly in the bottom of a baking dish (approximately 9x13 inches).
10. 10Carefully spoon the mashed potato mixture over the lentil layer, spreading it evenly to cover the lentils completely.
11. 11Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the mashed potato topping is lightly golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.

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