Lentils for economical meals

I love lentils - although I wouldn't want to eat them all that often!

I love lentils - not because I really enjoy eating them but because they are a fantastic cheap and quick ingredient that every store cupboard should have.

You can add a few lentils to almost any stew to add that bit more bulk or nutrition, or make an entire dish based on lentils.

My favourite of the moment is Spicy Moroccan Lentil Soup that is stiil a hit with my eldest son and hubby or what about a hearty Spanish Spicy Sausage and Lentils winter warmer.

Lentils can help that budget stretch a bit further and fill hungry bodies with a protein-rich meat alternative.