Ground Beef Lentil Casserole

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serves/makes:

ready in:
30-60 minutes

ingredients

2 cups lentils
1 quart water
1 bay leaf
1 pound lean ground beef
1 large onion, diced
1 can (8 ounce size) tomato sauce
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon vinegar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard

directions

In large saucepan over medium heat bring to boil lentils, 1 quart water and bay leaf. Reduce heat, cover, simmer 30 minutes or until lentils are tender.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet saute beef and onion until meat is cooked through. Drain lentils, reserving liquid.

If necessary, add water to make 1 cup liquid. Discard bay leaf. Stir lentils and liquid into meat mixture. Add remaining ingredients, blend well.