Zulandt'S Lentil Casserole Recipe

Name: Zulandt'S Lentil Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 3/4 cups water; 3 cubes vegetable bouillon; 1 1/2 cups brown rice; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium zucchini, chopped; 1 white onion, chopped; 1 1/2 tablespoons cumin; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 2 cups dry brown lentils; 6 cups water; salt and pepper to taste; 1 (8 ounce) package sharp Cheddar cheese, grated and divided; 3/4 cup bread crumbs

Servings: persons

2 3/4 cups water
3 cubes vegetable bouillon
1 1/2 cups brown rice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium zucchini, chopped
1 white onion, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 cups dry brown lentils
6 cups water
salt and pepper to taste
1 (8 ounce) package sharp Cheddar cheese, grated and divided
3/4 cup bread crumbs

1
In a saucepan, bring water and bouillon cubes to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 50 minutes, or until rice is tender and all liquid has been absorbed.
2
Heat oil in a stockpot over medium-high heat. Cook zucchini and onion until tender, but still slightly firm, about 5 minutes. Stir in cumin, oregano, lentils, and about 6 cups water gradually. Bring to a soft boil, and continue cooking until lentils are tender, 45 to 60 minutes, adding water as needed.
3
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
4
Mix the cooked rice together with the lentils, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in 3/4 of the Cheddar cheese, and transfer mixture into a 9x13 inch pan. Mix remaining cheese together with the breadcrumbs, and spread evenly over the top of the dish.
5
Bake in the preheated oven just until cheese has melted, about 10 minutes.

569

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 3/4 cups water, 3 cubes vegetable bouillon, 1 1/2 cups brown rice, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Zulandt'S Lentil Casserole falls under the Vegetarian 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Zulandt'S Lentil Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

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