Better than Meatloaf! Recipe

Name: Better than Meatloaf!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups dry lentils; 1 bay leaf; 8 cups water; 1 cup uncooked fine bulgur; 1 cup soft whole wheat bread crumbs; 1 egg, beaten; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 teaspoon crumbled dried thyme; 2 teaspoons crumbled dried oregano; 1 teaspoon crumbled dried tarragon; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 3 tablespoons tomato paste or 3 tablespoons tomato sauce

Servings: persons

2 cups dry lentils
1 bay leaf
8 cups water
1 cup uncooked fine bulgur
1 cup soft whole wheat bread crumbs
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon crumbled dried thyme
2 teaspoons crumbled dried oregano
1 teaspoon crumbled dried tarragon
salt & freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons tomato paste or 3 tablespoons tomato sauce

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["Combine the lentils and bay leaf in a large pot with 6 cups water.", "Bring to a boil, lower the heat, cover and simmer until the lentils are soft and the water has been absorbed, about 45 minutes.", "Combine the bulgur and 2 cups water in a medium saucepan.", "Bring to a boil, lower the heat, cover and simmer for about 15 minutes.", "Preheat the oven to 350*F.", "Transfer the lentils to a large mixing bowl.", "Add the bulgur and remaining ingredients except the tomato paste or sauce.", "Mix with your hands until thoroughly combined.", "Pat the mixture into a 5x9"" loaf pan.", "Bake until firm but not dry, about 40 minutes.", "During the last 5 minutes of baking, brush the top with tomato paste or sauce.", "Let cool 15 minutes.", "Cut into slices and serve warm.", "Enjoy!"]

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups dry lentils, 1 bay leaf, 8 cups water, 1 cup uncooked fine bulgur, and more.

Yes, Better than Meatloaf! falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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