Lentil Barley Shepherd's Pie

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This is absolutely delicious! The herbes de provence are essential to its wonderful flavor. Try recipe #143567 if you don't have any on hand. from fatfree.com.

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Steps

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Cut potatoes into chunks and boil until soft.

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Mash and set aside.

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Place 1 1 / 4 cups water in saucepan with lentils and barley.

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Bring to a boil , then reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes.

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Meanwhile , heat the remaining 3 / 4 cups water in a saucepan.

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Add carrots , onion , and garlic and cook until tender.

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Add tomatoes and spices.

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Mix the flour with a little water and add to saucepan.

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Stir and cook over low heat until thickened.

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Mix vegetable mixture with cooked lentils and barley.

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Pour into casserole dish and top with mashed potatoes.

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Bake at 350 degrees for 30-45 minutes.

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Ingredients

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water, lentils, barley, carrot, onion, canned tomato, garlic clove, flour, herbes de provence, parsley, salt and pepper, potatoes