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Ginger Sesame Family Table Lentil Shepherd’s Skillet with Parmesan Broccoli
Savory ginger, toasted sesame, and a hint of sweetness. This recipe makes a cozy vegetable-and-lentil filling with a quick golden potato topping, balanced for familiar flavor and easy family-style serving, with a familiar vegetable boost. It is designed for dependable prep, familiar groceries, and a calm family dinner.
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Ingredients
- 2 cans lentils, rinsed and drained
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, chopped
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 3 cups prepared mashed potatoes
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 cups small broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan
Make it happen
Directions
- 1
Heat the broiler. Warm olive oil in an oven-safe skillet and cook onion, carrots, and mushrooms for 8 minutes.
- 2
Add 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger and 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, lentils, broth, and salt. Simmer until slightly thickened, about 8 minutes.
- 3
Stir in peas. Spoon mashed potatoes over the filling and spread to the edges.
- 4
Broil for 5–7 minutes until golden in spots. Rest for 5 minutes, add sesame oil and sliced scallions, and serve.
- 5
Cook the broccoli until crisp-tender and toss with Parmesan before folding it into the meal.
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