Better Than Meatloaf Recipe Recipe

Name: Better Than Meatloaf Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. dry lentils; 1 x bay leaf; 8 c. water; 1 c. uncooked fine bulgur; 1 c. soft whole-wheat bread crumbs; 1 x egg, beaten; 1 Tbsp. ketchup; 1 med onion, minced; 1 x clove garlic, crushed; 1 tsp crumbled dry thyme; 2 tsp crumbled dry oregano; 1 tsp crumbled dry tarragon salt and pepper to taste; 3 Tbsp. tomato paste

Servings: persons

2 c. dry lentils
1 x bay leaf
8 c. water
1 c. uncooked fine bulgur
1 c. soft whole-wheat bread crumbs
1 x egg, beaten
1 Tbsp. ketchup
1 med onion, minced
1 x clove garlic, crushed
1 tsp crumbled dry thyme
2 tsp crumbled dry oregano
1 tsp crumbled dry tarragon salt and pepper to taste
3 Tbsp. tomato paste

1
Combine the lentils and bay leaf in a large pot with 6 c. water.
2
Bring to a boil, lower the heat, cover and simmer till the lentils are soft and the water has been absorbed, about 45 min.
3
Combine the bulgur and 2 c. of water in a medium saucepan.
4
Bring to a boil, lower the heat, cover and simmer for about 15 min.
5
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
6
Transfer the lentils to a large mixing bowl.
7
Add in the bulgur and remaining ingredients except the tomato paste.
8
Mix with your hands till thoroughly combined.
9
Pat the mix into a 5x9-inch loaf pan.
10
Bake till hard but not dry, about 40 min.
11
During the last 5 min of baking, brush the top with tomato paste.
12
Let cold 15 min.
13
Cut into slices and serve hot.

236

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. dry lentils, 1 x bay leaf, 8 c. water, 1 c. uncooked fine bulgur, and more.

Yes, Better Than Meatloaf Recipe 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.

Better Than Meatloaf Recipe

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