Lentil Loaf

Name: Lentil Loaf
Ingredients: 1 c. lentils; 4 c. water; 1 c. bread, cracker crumbs (wheat germ may be used); 2 eggs, beaten; 1/3 to 1/2 c. catsup; 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. basil, thyme and sage; 1/2 c. barley; 1 tsp. salt; 1 to 3 cloves garlic, diced; 1 onion; 3 ribs celery; 1/2 c. cheese (Cheddar, Muenster or Swiss are good)

12 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

1 c. lentils
4 c. water
1 c. bread, cracker crumbs (wheat germ may be used)
2 eggs, beaten
1/3 to 1/2 c. catsup
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. basil, thyme and sage
1/2 c. barley
1 tsp. salt
1 to 3 cloves garlic, diced
1 onion
3 ribs celery
1/2 c. cheese (Cheddar, Muenster or Swiss are good)

Directions

1

Add lentils and barley to boiling, salted water.
2

Allow to boil for a minute, then reduce heat and simmer with lid ajar for about 40 minutes or until most of the water is absorbed.
3

Add all of the remaining ingredients and mix well.
4

Place mixture in 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan.
5

Bake at 350° for 35 minutes.
6

Allow to cool 15 to 20 minutes before inverting over a platter to serve.
7

Great cold for sandwiches.