Zac ‘n’ cheese with basil courgettes

This is a really great meal to make from scratch – thanks to the red split lentils, it all comes together quickly without any advance prep. It’s comforting, filling and just rich enough. Don’t be put off by the long list of spices – it’s worth it! The cottage cheese gives this a protein boost, along with the lentils, and makes a thick mellow sauce with the addition of carrots and smoked paprika. Eat this on a cool day in summer with the basil courgettes here or the