Old-Fashioned Lentil Loaf

By sz8jm9

173 calories, 2g fat, 11g protein, 11g dietary fiber

Ingredients

• 4 cups water, plus more for sauteeing
• 2 cups brown lentils
• 1 to 2 yellow onions, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3/4 cup ketchup, divided
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs, italian style or plain
• 1/4 cup finely chopped raw walnuts
• 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tsp finely chopped fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 to 2 tbsp tamari
• 1 to 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350. Loghtly oil a 4x8 inch loaf pan.

Cook lentils and water.

Saute onions and garlic in enough water to coat vegetables so they don't stick to the pan. Cook for 5 minutes, until soft. Transfer to a large size bowl.

When lentils are done, remove from heat and allow to stand for at least 30 minutes. When completely cool, combine with onion/garlic mixture, and add 1/4 cup ketchup, bread crumbs, walnuts, parsley, thyme, tamari, worcestershire sauce, and pepper. Thoroughly combine all ingredients. Adjust seasoning as necessary.

Press mixture firmly into prepared pan, and spread remaining 1/2 cup ketchup on top. Bake for 45 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing.