Sausage, Lentil and Leek Winter Casserole *prebiotic-rich recipe*

This hearty casserole is perfect for wintery days - it’s also prebiotic-rich (packed with lentils and leeks) to support the gut-microbiome and has a lovely sweetness from the prunes. Great to just be eaten on its own; or served with greens or rice. Give it a try!

Ingredients

• 4 x Good quality chipolata sausages chopped (or another protein / meat of your choice)

• Pinch of mixed herbs, cayenne pepper and turmeric

• 1 Bay leaf

• Salt and pepper

• 1 Stock cube

• A generous splash of red wine vinegar

• 3 x Cloves of garlic, finely chopped

• 1 x Leek, thinly sliced

• 1 x Small handful of dried pitted prunes, finely chopped

• 1 x Tin of organic black / puy lentils in water

You’ll also need a pan / cooking pot with a lid

Method

• Place the pan on a high heat and add the sausages, mixed herbs, cayenne pepper, turmeric, bay leaf, salt, black pepper, stock cube and red wine vinegar

• Reduce to a medium heat and stir

• Place the lid on the pan to steam for 5 minutes

• Remove the lid and let the ingredients catch a bit on the bottom of pan

• Then add the chopped garlic, leek, prunes and tin of lentils (with their water)

• Give it a good stir, then place the lid back on

• Let it cook on medium heat for 15 mins or until thick and stew-like

Enjoy! This is also a great one to batch cook and heat up for a quick and convenient lunch or dinner option