Lentil Oat Loaf

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked lentils, slightly mashed (or a 19 oz can, drained)
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 cup rolled oat (quick or large flake)
• 3/4 cup grated old cheddar cheese
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2-2/3 cup tomato sauce (or spaghetti sauce or BBQ sauce)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4-1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees Celsius.

2. 2

   Mix lentils, onion, oats, and cheese in a large bowl and mix well.

3. 3

   Add the beaten egg and mix well.

4. 4

   Add about 1/2 c of sauce, garlic, basil, salt, and pepper. Add remaining sauce so long as the mixture will not be too sloppy.

5. 5

   Spray a loaf pan with cooking spray and pour/scrape the lentil mixture into it. Even out the top surface with a spatula or fork.

6. 6

   Bake uncovered 30-40 minutes or until top is golden and crispy.

7. 7

   Let cool at least 5 minutes.

8. 8

   Turn out onto serving platter and garnish with parsley, if desired.

9. 9

   Variations:.

10. 10

    Add chopped celery, different sauces, different cheeses (or no cheese!) or try more traditional poultry spices instead of the Italian ones. Serve with all the 'fixins: mushroom gravy, mashed potatoes, squash, and salad.