Cashew Lentil Loaf For The Crock Pot

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This is posted in response to a request for a vegetarian loaf that cooks in the crock pot. it is from 125 best vegetarian slow cooker recipes" by judith finlayson."

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Steps

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Spray an 8 by 5 inch loaf pan and set aside.

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In a large dry pan toast the cumin seeds until they start to brown and release their aroma.

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Right away put it in a spice grinder or a mortar and a pestle.

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Grind to a powder and set it aside.

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Put the pan back on the stove and add the vegetable oil.

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Add the onion and celery and cook until the celery is soft , about 5 minutes.

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Add the carrots , garlic , red pepper , chili pepper , salt and cracked pepper.

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Cook , stirring , for 2 minutes.

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Remove it from the heat and set aside.

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In a large mixing bowl combine the lentils , cheese , and cashews.

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Add the cooked vegetables and stir well.

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Add the eggs and mix well.

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Put the mixture into the prepared pan.

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Cover the pan tightly with foil and secure with a rubber band or string.

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Put the prepared pan into the crock pot and put in enough boiling water to the crock pot until the water reaches about 1 inch up the sides.

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Cover and cook on high for 4 to 5 hours until the loaf has set.

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Ingredients

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cumin seed, vegetable oil, onion, celery, carrots, garlic cloves, chili pepper, salt, cracked pepper, cooked lentils, cheddar cheese, cashews, eggs, boiling water