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Cream and nutmeg Lentil Galette

The kind of French plate you make on repeat. cream and nutmeg, a proper roast, and a finish of fresh herbs.

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Prep20 min
Cook20 min
Serves4
LevelMedium
Free to cook
Cream and nutmeg Lentil Galette
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the cream and nutmeg elements, and pat the lentil dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the dried lentils and roast until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the dijon mustard and the rest of the cream and nutmeg flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the courgette along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and a little acid. It should taste bright, savoury and balanced.

Finish with the topping and serve while hot.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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