Instructions: 4 Main-course servings

Heres an easy one-dish, one-pot casserole that practically makes itself.

Rich in complex carbohydrates and fiber, this is the kind of meal that helps keep us healthy.

1. Preheat the oven to 350 F.

2. In a heavy 3-quart casserole, heat the oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and saute for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion has wilted. Stir in the chilies, basil, oregano, and thyme. Add the barley and rice, stirring until each grain is coated with oil. Add the lentils, broth, wine, salt, pepper, and half the cheese. Stir well, cover the pot, and bake for 1 1/2 hours. Stir the pot halfway through the baking.

3. Uncover the pot, sprinkle the top with remaining cheese, and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, until the cheese melts and bubbles.

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