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Better Than Meatloaf

Source of Recipe

Tea Cozy


Recipe Introduction

A very good vegetarian loaf that freezes well. The leftovers make great sandwiches.

List of Ingredients

2 cups dry lentils
1 bay leaf
8 cups water
1 cup uncooked bulgar
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1 egg substitute (tofu blend; E-nergy Egg Replacer; flax seed gel; soy flour; etc.)
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tsp. thyme
2 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. tarragon
salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons topping (tomato sauce, barbecue sauce, etc)


Recipe

Combine lentils, bay leaf, and 6 cups water in a medium saucepan.
Bring to boil, then simmer until lentils are soft and the water absorbed, about 45 minutes. Meanwhile, combine bulgar with 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to boil, cover, lower heat and simmer 15 minutes.

Preheat oven to 350F. Mix all ingredients (except topping) in a large bowl and blend well. Pat into large loaf pan. Bake until firm, but not dry - about 40 minutes. During the last 5 minutes of baking, brush top with topping mixture of your choice. Let loaf stand 15 minutes before slicing.