Recipe of the Day: My Mac-and-Cheese Substitute!

Disclaimer: this recipe doesn't taste exactly like macaroni and cheese. I call it a substitute because it gives me the same warm, cheesy, gooey, carb-y feeling that I seek out from my favorite comfort food.

This recipe, unlike my Kraft goodness, bursts with protein and fiber in ridiculous proportions. It takes, quite literally, two minutes of prep time, followed by 30-40 minutes of cook time. Give it a try... You might fall in love, too!

Delia's Lentils

2 14 oz cans or 1 32 oz. package of vegetable broth (I use Imagine Food's vegan No Chicken Broth)
1/2 cup brown rice
3/4 cup brown lentils (you can use other colors, but brown gives a nice consistency)
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon-ish of oregano
1 teaspoon-ish of basil
1 teaspoon garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt

Mix together into medium pot. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to medium. Stir occasionally. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove lid and simmer for an additional 15 to 30 minutes, adding more liquid if necessary. Top with shredded cheese or plain yogurt. Enjoy :)

Makes two GIANT servings or three regular servings.

Nutrition Information (for 1/2 of recipe, aka giant serving, with 1/8 cup 2% shredded cheese):
425 calories, 5g fat, 40g carbohydrates, 8g fiber, 14g protein