Great vegetarian dish that will be loved by all! Hearty and filling, without feeling too heavy. Making it into a casserole adds a great dimension to what could also be eaten as a lentil soup or stew.
Serving Notes: The green olives may seem to be odd, but they give the casserole a great extra sparkle! If you're not sure, bake the casserole in 2 dishes and try it both ways. But if you like green olives, you'll love them in the casserole.
Ingredients:
3 large carrots, thickly sliced
4 stalks celery, thickly sliced
4 small to medium potatoes, cut into small pieces
½ cup uncooked orzo
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups dried lentils
4 cups water
1½ cups broth
1 tsp. Stuart's Spices Big Bay Seasoning
1 tsp. Stuart's Spices Garlic Granules
1 tsp. ground black pepper
Optional: chopped green olives, about 1 cup
Directions:
Makes 1 large casserole, in a deep 9x12" pan. Feeds 8-12.