Lentil Bolognese

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
• 1 rib celery (finely chopped)
• 1 large carrot (finely chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• ½ teaspoon rosemary
• 2 bay leaves (optional)
• 8 ounces mushrooms (grated)
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 24 ounces tomato puree
• 1 cup dried lentils (green or brown)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (or soy sauce)