Hearty & Wholesome Meatless Ragù

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp Olive oil
• 1/2 Onion, chopped
• 1 Carrot, chopped small
• 1 Stalk of celery, chopped small
• 2 Cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 Tsp Fresh thyme
• Approx 175g/6oz Mushrooms, chopped
• 6 Sun-dried tomatoes, rehydrated and chopped
• 1 Tbsp Balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 Cup Red wine OR Vegetable broth
• 1/2 400g/14oz Can Chopped tomatoes
• 3/4 Cup Cooked lentils
• 3/4 Cup Cooked chickpeas
• Salt and pepper
• Chopped fresh parsley (optional)