Cheesy Lentil Pies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 tbsp oil
1 None onion, finely chopped
1 None carrot, finely chopped
1 None green pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp dried chili flakes
14 oz can diced tomatoes
14 oz can lentils, drained and rinsed
2 None sheets frozen shortcrust pastry, thawed
3 oz mild Cheddar cheese, grated
None None plain yogurt, to serve
None None salad, to serve

Preparation

Preheat oven to 400\u00b0F. Lightly grease 8 cups of a muffin pan. For the filling, heat the oil in a large frying pan on high and saute the onion, carrot, pepper and garlic for 2-3 mins, until the onion is tender. Stir in the spices and cook for 1 min, until fragrant. Mix in the tomatoes and simmer for 4-5 mins, until thickened slightly. Add the lentils and cook, stirring, for 1-2 mins, until heated through. Cool slightly.
Cut each piece of pastry into quarters and press into the prepared cups of the muffin pan. Prick the bases and bake for 8-10 mins. Cool slightly.
Spoon the filling evenly between the pastry cups. Sprinkle with cheese and bake for 10-15 mins, until golden. Serve with yogurt and salad.