Lentil Shepherd's Pie

Ingredients

• 1 cup Brown lentils
• 1.5 lbs Potatoes
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1 tsp Dried thyme
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 0.5 cup Frozen peas(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel and boil potatoes until soft. Mash with milk and butter until smooth.

2. 2

   In a large skillet, sauté diced onions and carrots until softened.

3. 3

   Add lentils, vegetable broth, tomato paste, and thyme. Simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender and liquid is reduced.

4. 4

   Stir in frozen peas and season with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Transfer the lentil mixture to a baking dish and spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top.

6. 6

   Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes or until the potato peaks are golden brown.