Butternut and Cheese Sandwich recipe

Don’t let your leftover food go to waste – turn them into something delicious and tasteful the following day.

By: Ntwenhle Gcabashe

Picture: Dylan Swart

Prep time: 15 minutes

Serves: 1–2

  • 1 baguette bread, halved
  • 2 tablespoons basil pesto
  • 2 cups cooked butternut
  • 1 green pepper, cooked
  • 1 red pepper, cooked
  • 1 yellow pepper, cooked
  • ½ cup Mozzarella cheese, grated
  • ½ cup Cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1 cup canned lentils, drained
  • Salt and pepper, to season
  1. Preheat the oven to 220˚C
  2. Spread bread with pesto sauce.
  3. Layer vegetables, cheeses and lentils. Season with salt and pepper. Top with other slice bread.