Lentil Casserole Recipe

Name: Lentil Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound lentils; 1 pound polish kielbasa sausage sliced; 2 small onions peeled; 1 small onions peeled, minced; 1 each bay leaves; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon thyme; 2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose; 8 each black peppercorns; 1 1/2 cups lentils liquid; 1 x salt and black pepper; 1/2 cup ketchup

Servings: persons

1 pound lentils
1 pound polish kielbasa sausage sliced
2 small onions peeled
1 small onions peeled, minced
1 each bay leaves
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon thyme
2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose
8 each black peppercorns
1 1/2 cups lentils liquid
1 x salt and black pepper
1/2 cup ketchup

1
Wash the lentils and drain them.
2
Pour the lentils into a large pot.
3
Add the whole onions, bay leaf, thyme and the peppercorns.
4
Add boiling water to cover.
5
Bring to a boil.
6
Reduce the heat to a simmer.
7
Cover.
8
Cook 30 minutes.
9
Remove the onions, bay leaf, thyme and peppercorns.
10
Drain, reserving liquid.
11
Add salt and pepper.
12
Mix the cooked lentils with sliced sausage and minced onion.
13
Place in a buttered casserole.
14
Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
15
Melt the butter in a saucepan.
16
Add the flour.
17
Stir until smooth.
18
Gradually add 1 1/2 cups lentil liquid.
19
Stir until it thickens slightly.
20
Add 1/2 cup ketchup.
21
Pour over the lentils in the casserole.
22
Bake for 40 minutes.
23
Serve hot.

412

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound lentils, 1 pound polish kielbasa sausage sliced, 2 small onions peeled, 1 small onions peeled, minced, and more.

Yes, Lentil Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lentil Casserole

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