Published: by Absolutely Recipes, in the recipes category.

Lentil Loaf Recipe.

Ingredients:

3/4 cup brown lentils, rinsed
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth
1 TBSP olive oil
1-3/4 cups shredded carrots
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
2 TBSPs minced fresh basil or 2 TSPs dried basil
1 TBSP minced fresh parsley
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup cooked brown rice
1 large egg
1 large egg white
1/2 TSP salt
1/2 TSP garlic powder
1/4 TSP pepper
2 TBSPs tomato paste
2 TBSPs water

Recipe Instructions:

Place lentils and broth in a small saucepan; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until tender, about 30 minutes.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Line a 9x5" loaf pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides.
Coat paper with cooking spray.

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; saute carrots, onion and mushrooms until tender, about 10 minutes.
Stir in herbs.
Transfer to a large bowl; cool slightly.

Add cheese, rice, egg, egg white, seasonings and lentils to vegetables; mix well.
Transfer to prepared loaf pan.
Mix tomato paste and water; spread over loaf.

Bake until a thermometer inserted into the center reads 160 degrees , 45-50 minutes.
Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

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