Stripling House Lentil & Sweet Potato Bake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).

2. 2

   Rinse the dried lentils thoroughly under cold water. Place them in a saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.

3. 3

   While the lentils are cooking, peel and dice the sweet potato into 1 cm cubes. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

4. 4

   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

5. 5

   Add the minced garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

6. 6

   Add the diced sweet potato to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7. 7

   Stir in the cooked lentils, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.

8. 8

   Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased baking dish and spread it out evenly.

9. 9

   Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender and the top is slightly golden.

10. 10

    Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Stripling House Lentil & Sweet Potato Bake!