Budget Recipes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup lentils (any type)
   
• ½ cup rice
   
• 1 onion, chopped
   
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
   
• 1 can chopped tomatoes
   
• 4 cups water or stock
   
• Salt, pepper, herbs (like thyme or cumin)
   

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion and garlic in a bit of oil.
    
2. Add lentils, rice, tomatoes, and water.
    
3. Simmer for 30–40 mins, until soft.
    
4. Season to taste. Serve hot.
    

Cost: Under £2 for 4 servings