In a large dutch oven/pot, heat oil or water over medium heat, add onions and saute for 5 minutes.
Add garlic, carrots, mushrooms, tomato paste, red pepper flakes, and oregano, and saute for 4 minutes, or until mushrooms begin to soften.
Add lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth and wine, bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 – 40 minutes, until lentils are tender. Add more water/broth or wine as needed.
Cook pasta according to package directions.
Serve ragu over pasta. Top with chopped parsley and a light dusting of Almond Parmesan.
