Lentil & Hemp Heart Bolognese - Easy Vegan Meal Plan

Ingredients

• 14 oz rigatoni, penne, or other short pasta ((gluten-free if preferred))
• 2 tablespoon(s) olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion (chopped)
• 2 medium carrots (peeled and chopped)
• 2 rib(s) celery (chopped)
• 4 clove(s) garlic (rough chopped)
• 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon(s) red pepper flakes ((optional for spice))
• 2 1/4 teaspoon(s) Herbs de Provence ((or sub 3/4 teaspoon each dried thyme, dried rosemary, and dried oregano))
• 1/4 cup(s) tomato paste
• 1 1/4 cup(s) dried green lentils
• 1 14oz can(s) diced tomatoes
• 3 1/2 cup(s) vegetable broth
• 3/4 cup(s) hemp hearts
• 2 teaspoon(s) balsamic vinegar