A healthy, hearty meal, perfect for a cold evening.
Prep 75 min · Cook 0 min
Heat olive oil in a wide, deep saucepan or frypan
Add onion, carrot and celery and cook over a low-medium heat until softened, then add garlic, mushrooms, parsley, chilli, oregano, bay leaves, and smoked paprika
Season with a small sprinkle of salt to help the mushrooms release their juices
Continue to cook, stirring often, until golden and fragrant, approx 20 minutes
Add the red wine and stir for a couple of minutes before adding tomatoes, balsamic, stock/broth, lentils and liquid smoke
Bring to a simmer, and leave to cook gently for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally
Add approx 2 cups of water as needed until lentils are cooked and sauce is thick and rich
Season to taste and remove bay leaves
Preheat oven to 200C
In a small bowl mix milk and lemon juice
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and rosemary before whisking in the milk mixture, eggs, oil and syrup
Stir until just combined, don’t worry about any small lumps
Add lentil sauce to baking dish then gently spoon the cornbread batter on top before baking for 25-30 mins until golden
Run knife around edges before serving
herbsBay leaves contain vitamins A and C, iron, manganese and calcium. Known to help provide pain relief for migraines and headaches, and support digestion due to supporting the breakdown of proteins. Add to soups, curries, sauces and stews for a rich depth of flavour. Store bay leaves in an airtight container, in a cool, dry place.
herbsOregano is a herb from the mint family and is widely used in Mediterranean cuisine, particularly Greek and Italian. With a flavour balanced between sweet and spicy to bold and earthy, you'll often find it in tomato-centric recipes including pizza and pasta sauces, such as Napolitana and Bolognese. It is commonly combined with olive oil to create flavourful oregano oil. Oregano is high in anti-inflammatory properties and can help reduce oxidative stress and free radicals in the body. Store in an airtight container in a cool and dry place.
spicesPink Himalayan Salt is made from rock crystals of salt that have been mined from areas close to the Himalayas. It is one of the purest salts available and contains a range of 83 natural minerals, which cause the pink hue. Himalayan rock salt has a wide range of uses from everyday table salt, food preparation and presentation, decorative lamps and spa treatments. This type of salt is naturally organic but since it is over 85 million years old it is difficult to certify it as 'Organic' as modern organic certification is examined from the very beginning of harvesting so it would be impossible in this case, however, we know it is pure as harvesting with chemicals did not exist that long ago. Himalayan rock salt increases hydration, can help balance pH levels (acids/alkalines) and help to reduce acid reflux, prevent and aid muscle cramping, improve circulation and help detoxify the body from heavy metals. Store in an airtight container in a cool and dry place.
spicesSmoked paprika or smoked Spanish paprika is made from peppers that are smoked and dried giving it a rich, smoky flavour. It is great to add smoky undertones to your dishes without adding any heat.
oilsOur extra virgin olive oil is cold pressed straight after harvest to ensure optimal flavour & freshness from olives grown country Victoria. This multi-purpose fruity oil is perfect for drizzling, dressings, dipping and cooking, a very useful “all-rounder” in the kitchen. Rich in antioxidants, vitamin E, omega-3 and 6. Free from cholesterol, preservatives or additives. Store in a cool, dry place in your pantry.
herbsA premium, hand-selected, gourmet mushroom. Being a native mushroom from Eastern Asia they are very popular in Asian dishes. They can be added to soups, stir fry dishes, rice dishes, casseroles. Simply leave to soak in hot water for 20 mins to hydrate and use the remaining water as stock in your cooking. They are high in fibre, zinc and B vitamins. Store dried shiitake mushrooms in an airtight container, and in a cool, dry place.
sugarsOur 100% pure Canadian maple syrup is sourced from the pristine maple forests throughout the Portneuf region of Quebec, Canada. A region recognised for over 75 years as producing the world's finest maple syrup. Maple syrup is a great natural sweetener to use in baking or just to drizzle on top of pancakes or toast!
generalThis Gluten free and wheat free flour is the perfect replacement for regular flour. Ideal for all your baking and cooking needs.
