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Imitation Meatloaf

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"Brown rice, lentils, bread crumbs, onions and tomatoes are combined with eggs and herbs and baked into a vegetarian version of a mealtime favorite. Sprinkle loaf with shredded cheese and bake an additional 5 minutes, if desired." — sal

Directions

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Cook lentils and brown rice according to package directions.
In a large bowl, mash lentils. To the lentils add wheat germ, bread crumbs, brown rice, eggs, onion, thyme, tomatoes, ketchup, soy sauce and cheese. Pour into loaf pan.
Bake, covered, for 1 hour.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 1 hr 45 mins
READY IN 1 hr 55 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Aug 14, 2006

This is now one of my favorite fake meat recipes. I did alter slightly. I replaced wheat germ with flax seed meal, used fresh bread crumbs, used a couple sprinkles of dried minced onion instead of fresh, used cheddar cheese and covered top with barbecue sauce. Also, replaced crushed tomatoes with 1/3 cup marinara sauce. Good texture and flavor. Will make again.

—foxtrot47

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Oct 25, 2003

This was AWFUL - my husband and I have been married almost 5 years, and this is the first meal he has ever not liked. He is not a picky eater at all and likes all the new things I cook, but after my son and I tasted it, and after just looking at it, he didn't take one bite. It was horrible, plus it was a pain to make. Not worth the trouble, even if it wasn't any trouble. The worst meal I have ever tasted (except for my side dishes).

—HALLEYG

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122 Ratings

Aug 29, 2002

This is a fabulous recipe for our vegetarian household! Cook the lentils and rice with more water than usual to make the loaf not so dry. I also mix a little cheese into the loaf and then sprinkle some more on the top. This is truly the best vege-loaf I've ever had!

—Laurel

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Aug 20, 2006

This was REALLY good, moist and tasty. I used fresh breadcrumbs instead of dried (4 slices wholemeal bread), green lentils instead of brown, left out the wheatgerm, added 2 cloves of crushed garlic, 1 shredded carrot and 2 sticks chopped celery. Also I topped it with BBQ sauce before cooking, and cooked for 1 1/2 hours. My husband loved it too.

—MBUTTLER

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Jun 15, 2003

WOW!!! If I hadn't made it myself I would have had to ask the cook if they were sure there wasn't any meat in it. This recipe is much better than "real" meatloaf. I added 1/2 c. of Italian stewed tomatoes and juice from a can instead of 1/3 c. and I put ketchup on the top for the last 1/2 hour of baking time. Other than that, I wouldn't (and won't) change a thing. It's also very good as cold leftover sandwiches!

—JCMILLURO

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Jun 27, 2003

I had no thyme for this recipe, so, in a panick, substituted some basil and oregano instead, which I'm sure influenced the flavour! I also used a bit more sauce than was specified, and spread some sauce and ketchup mix on the top. It turned out a little bland but was good with salt and pepper. VERY FILLING, may I add. I grated mozzarella on half the top and parmesan on the other- both were excellent! Sidenote: lentils do not mash very well when they're cold!!! Good recipe though!

—TRIPLE_LATTE

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Dec 04, 2003

I veganized this recipe (ground flax seeds and extra tomatoes instead of eggs, and brewers yeast instead of cheese). It was quite good, and I think that I could get away with feeding it to my non-vegan family without them realizing that it is not meatloaf. It was great with a side of baked tomatoes as "gravy". I will make it again.

—PRISMWEBPLUS

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Mar 05, 2006

I don't know why other reviewers thought this was dry unless they baked it longer than one hour. As I assembled it, I expected it to be dry and made some gravy in anticipation, but it was really great, texture wise. I will definitely make this again, but will tweak it a bit to make it more like Mom's. I plan to add onion, celery, and bell pepper, and top it with ketchup, maybe.

—Hazcat

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Nutrition

Calories
331 kcal
17%

Carbohydrates
53.2 g
17%

Cholesterol
75 mg
25%

Fat
5.7 g
9%

Fiber
11.4 g
45%

Protein
17.4 g
35%

Sodium
498 mg
20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Imitation Meatloaf

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 331
Calories from Fat: 52

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.7g 9 %
Saturated Fat 1.8g 9 %
Cholesterol 75mg 25 %
Sodium 498mg 20 %
Potassium 534mg 15 %
Total Carbohydrates 53.2g 17 %
Dietary Fiber 11.4g 45 %
Protein 17.4g 35 %
** Sugars 5.1g
Vitamin A 6 %
Vitamin C 7 %
Calcium 18 %
Iron 49 %
** Thiamin 57 %
Niacin 56 %
Vitamin B6 27 %
Magnesium 33 %
Folate 104 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.