One Pot Lentil Bolognese Sauce Recipe | Easy Vegan and Vegetarian Meal

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: broth

Grape juice adds sweetness without alcohol.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: pecorino cheese

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds umami.

Soak lentils in water before cooking to help with digestion and nutrient absorption (optional).

Chop onion, carrot, and pecans into small pieces for uniform cooking.

Use a wide pot for better heat contact and even cooking.

Caramelize onions over medium-low heat, spreading them out in the skillet.

Add spices to the onions and keep oil or vegetable stock nearby to prevent burning.

Add tomato paste and other vegetables to the skillet.

Once a brown buildup (fond) forms at the bottom, deglaze with dry white wine or a non-alcoholic alternative.

Add crushed tomatoes, vegetable stock, and a fatty plant milk to the pot.

Stir to combine and let the sauce cook, allowing flavors to develop.

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