Black Lentil and Mushroom Bolognese

Ingredients

• 1 cup (200g) dry black or green lentils (soak overnight and rinsed)
• 2 large onions
• 1 carrot
• 150-200g mushrooms
• 1 tomato tin or 400g ripe tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 Tbsp. (15ml) balsamic vinegar
• 1 Tbsp. (15ml) tamari or soy sauce
• 1 Tbsp. (15ml) maple syrup
• 1 tsp natural salt
• 2 tsp dried Italian herbs
• 1 vegetable bouillon
• 2 Tbsp. (30ml) olive oil
• 2 bay leaves