Halal Mushroom and Lentil Cottage Pie (Vegetarian)

• 1 cup green or brown lentils, cooked
• 12 oz mushrooms, finely chopped
• 1 onion, 2 carrots, 2 celery stalks
• 2 tbsp tomato paste, 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce (vegetarian)
• 3 cups mashed potatoes (made with milk/butter or plant-based)
• 2 tbsp oil, thyme, salt, pepper

1. 1Sauté onion, carrot, celery, and mushrooms until browned. Add tomato paste, lentils, herbs, and a splash of water. Simmer 10 minutes.
2. 2Transfer filling to baking dish. Top with mashed potatoes and rough up surface.
3. 3Bake at 400°F for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbling.
4. 4*Nutritional Value (per serving, approx.): 320 calories, 14g protein, 48g carbs, 9g fat, 10g fiber.

Nutrition values are estimates.