LENTIL AND APPLE PATE

4oz/ 110g split red lentils

1tbsp olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped finely

4oz/ 110g apples, peeled and chopped (about 3 apples)

salt and black pepper

1tbsp tahini

Put lentils in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to the boil and simmer until soft.

Meanwhile, fry onion and apple gently until soft.

Mash the apple mixture, then add lentils, tahini and seasoning.

Mix well and leave until firm.