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Lentil Loaf

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"This vegetarian staple features a crunchy bread crumb topping. Make it the centerpiece of your meal, and serve with a savory vegetarian gravy, mashed potatoes, and English peas."
Lentil Loaf Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 109 times with an average star rating of 4.3
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PREP TIME  45 Min
COOK TIME  50 Min
READY IN  1 Hr 35 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 1/8 cups green lentils
  • 2 1/4 cups water
  • 6 slices white bread, torn into small pieces
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 packet dry vegetable soup mix
  • 1/3 cup dried bread crumbs

What to Drink?
Wine Syrah

DIRECTIONS

  1. Combine lentils and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer until tender, about 40 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  3. In a large bowl, mix together 2 cups cooked lentils, bread, eggs, broth, tomato paste, basil, garlic powder, black pepper, parsley, olive oil, and dry soup mix. Spread into prepared pan.
  4. Bake for 40 minutes. Sprinkle top with dry bread crumbs, and continue baking another 10 minutes. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.28 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2008 by DC Girly Girl 
I REALLY liked my version...after reading the reviews, I knew I had to spice it up some. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.28 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 18, 2006 by sininen 
I have made this twice, the first time exactly as written, and it was a little too salty. The... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.28 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 19, 2007 by fussybritches 
Made this up last night and was stunned with the results. Growing up vegetarian, I've eaten a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.28 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 1, 2006 by Beckerkorn 
I really recommend this recipe; it's great comfort food. It uses lentils in a much better way... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.28 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 18, 2007 by KADart05 
This was great! I took the advice of other reviewers and added an extra egg. I also added... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.28 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 27, 2006 by Marian 
Just finished making this and I must say I am optimistic. I have tried multiple lentil loaves... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.28 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 15, 2006 by RESIDENTOFQ13 
I followed all the directions but added some sauted onion and used ketchup instead of tomato... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.28 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 4, 2003 by PANDORA1106 
this was so good. i put 1/2 of the lentil mixture in the loaf pan, sprinkled mozzarella... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.28 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 2, 2007 by spidermonkey555 
This was the first lentil loaf I've ever tried to make. I was please with my results though I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.28 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 6, 2006 by Steph! 
Be careful what type of dry soup you use. It made my loaf taste horrible. Maybe season to... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Lentil Loaf

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 272

  • Total Fat: 5.6g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg
  • Sodium: 365mg
  • Total Carbs: 40.9g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 12.4g
  • Protein: 14.6g

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