One-Pot Lentils + Quinoa with Spinach

Name: One-Pot Lentils + Quinoa with Spinach
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large shallot (chopped); 1 cup chopped carrots; 2 cups chopped mushrooms; 2 - 3 garlic cloves (minced); 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary; 2 bay leaves; 1 cup green/brown lentils; 2 cups vegetable broth; 2 1/2 cups water (divided); 1 teaspoon miso paste (optional*); 1/2 cup red quinoa (or variety of choice, uncooked); 4 - 5 cups fresh spinach; Salt + pepper to taste; Olive oil (fresh herbs and grated cashews* to garnish)