Vegetarian Lentil Meatloaf
Description
This vegetarian meatloaf recipe combines brown rice, lentils, bread crumbs, onion, and tomatoes with eggs and herbs for a meat-free version of a family favorite.
Ingredients
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3/4 cup dry brown lentils
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1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
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1/2 cup wheat germ
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1 1/2 cups dry bread crumbs
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2 eggs
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1 large onion, chopped
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/3 cup crushed tomatoes
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2 teaspoons hot sauce
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2 tablespoons ketchup
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Directions
1
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Cook lentils and brown rice according to package directions.
2
Mash cooked lentils in a large bowl; add wheat germ, bread crumbs, brown rice, eggs, onion, thyme, tomatoes, ketchup, soy sauce, and cheese. Pour into loaf pan.
3
Bake in the preheated oven, covered, for 1 hour.