Lentil Loaf

Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins Preparation Time: 45 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups dried lentils
• 2 cups water
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2/3 cup french style green bean
• 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• salt & freshly ground black pepper
• butter, for coating
• breadcrumbs, for coating

Recipe

• 1 grease a loaf pan with butter and generously coat with breadcrumbs.
• 2 put the lentils, water and bay leaf into a medium saucepan, cover tightly and simmer until water is absorbed and the lentils are tender.
• 3 remove from heat and discard the bay leaf.
• 4 preheat oven to 375°f.
• 5 add the cheese, onion, green beans, breadcrumbs, lemon juice and egg to the lentils; mix well.
• 6 season to taste with salt and pepper.
• 7 spoon mixture into loaf pan and smooth the top.
• 8 bake, uncovered for 1-1 1/2 hours until firm and nicely browned on top.