This is a very tasty treat for Christmas day that the whole family will enjoy, vegetarians or non-vegetarians.
The Loaf:
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 x 400g cans brown lentils
1 cup soft tofu
4 tablespoons whole meal flour
200g mixed nuts, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh thyme, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
2 tablespoons soy sauce
6 tablespoons water
· Sauté onion in a little olive oil until soft and transparent
· Mash lentils
· Blend tofu with flour
· Mix together onion, lentils, tofu mix, nuts, herbs and soy sauce
The Stuffing:
1 onion, finely chopped
250g whole wheat breadcrumbs
6 sage leaves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons water
· Sauté onion in oil until soft and transparent
· Mix with the breadcrumbs and sage
The Topping:
200g whole wheat breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
· Mix all ingredients together
To Assemble:
· On a baking dish lined with baking paper place half of the lentil mixture and mould into a loaf shape
· Place the stuffing mixture on top and then the other half of the lentil mixture, molding the loaf so that the stuffing is totally encased
· Top with the topping mixture
· Bake in a moderate oven for approximately 45 minutes or until golden brown
Gayatri
Australian School of Meditation and Yoga
