Chop the bacon into 1cm pieces and add to a large saucepan or casserole dish. Cook for 5-10 minutes until the bacon is golden.
Chop the courgette into 1cm pieces and add to the saucepan along with the mushrooms (you can leave them whole unless there are any very large ones - cut those in half). Stir and let the vegetables heat through for 2 minutes.
Add the lentils and stock. Bring to the boil then simmer for 15-20 minutes until the lentils have started to soften.
Add the pasta and season with salt and pepper. Cook for another 10 minutes until the pasta is al dente. Turn off the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
One Pot Bacon and Lentil Pasta
Amount per Serving
Calories
491
% Daily Value*
Fat
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
1
g
Cholesterol
5
mg
2
%
Sodium
248
mg
11
%
Potassium
1114
mg
32
%
Carbohydrates
87
g
29
%
Fiber
19
g
79
%
Sugar
8
g
9
%
Protein
27
g
54
%
Vitamin A
220
IU
4
%
Vitamin C
20
mg
24
%
Calcium
62
mg
6
%
Iron
5
mg
28
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Notes
Storage and leftovers
This recipe keeps very well, which makes it ideal for meal prep or leftovers.Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.Freezer: Freeze portions for up to 3 months.To reheat, warm gently on the hob with a splash of water or stock.