Lentil and Mushroom Meatballs
from Cookie + Kate

sea salt and pepper to taste

2 eggs

1 tablespoon tamari soy sauce (optional)

¼ cup red wine

3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced

1 medium white onion, chopped

2 tablespoons olive oil

½ teaspoon dried terragon

½ teaspoon dried thyme

½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

1 teaspoon dried oregano

½ cup flat-leaf parsley leaves

½ cup old-fashioned oats

8 ounces cremini mushrooms (or white mushrooms), sliced

2 cups vegetable broth (or water)

1 bay leaf

1 cup dried brown lentils, picked over and rinsed