Lentil Casserole

Directions

Wash the lentils and drain them.

Pour the lentils into a large pot.

Add the whole onions, bay leaf, thyme and the peppercorns.

Add boiling water to cover.

Bring to a boil.

Reduce the heat to a simmer.

Cover.

Cook 30 minutes.

Remove the onions, bay leaf, thyme and peppercorns.

Drain, reserving liquid.

Add salt and pepper.

Mix the cooked lentils with sliced sausage and minced onion.

Place in a buttered casserole.

Preheat oven to 350℉ (180℃).

Melt the butter in a saucepan.

Add the flour.

Stir until smooth.

Gradually add 1½ cups lentil liquid.

Stir until it thickens slightly.

Add ½ cup ketchup.

Pour over the lentils in the casserole.

Bake for 40 minutes.

Serve hot.