Cheese And Lentil Loaf Recipe

Name: Cheese And Lentil Loaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces red lentils; 12 fluid ounces water; 4 ounces grated cheddar cheese; 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 large egg; 3 tablespoons single cream; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon butter

Servings: persons

6 ounces red lentils
12 fluid ounces water
4 ounces grated cheddar cheese
1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 large egg
3 tablespoons single cream
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon butter

1
Pre-heat the oven to gas mark 5, 375 deg F (190 deg C).
2
Pick over the lentils for any sticks and stones.
3
Rinse thoroughly and cook in a tightly covered pan with the water for 10-15 minutes.
4
Check after 10 minutes in case you need to add more water.
5
The mixture should cook to a stiff puree.
6
Remove the pan from the heat and mix in the grated cheese, chopped onion, parsley, cayenne pepper and lemon juice.
7
Season to taste.
8
In a separate bowl lightly beat the egg.
9
Stir in the cream (to the egg).
10
Pour this mixture over the lentils.
11
Greas e 1 lb loaf tin with the teaspoon of butter and press in the mixture.
12
Bake for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the mixture feels firm to the touch.
13
Let it stand for 10 minutes in the tin before turning out.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces red lentils, 12 fluid ounces water, 4 ounces grated cheddar cheese, 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Cheese And Lentil Loaf falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Cheese And Lentil Loaf

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