Cheese And Lentil Loaf

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This comes from sarah brown's vegetarian kitchen. I first tried it at a friend's house for a luncheon party. Served with salad, french bread and homemade tomato sauce, it is absolutely delicious. It can be served hot or cold.

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Steps

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Pre-heat the oven to gas mark 5 , 375 deg f.

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Pick over the lentils for any sticks and stones.

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Rinse thoroughly and cook in a tightly covered pan with the water for 10-15 minutes.

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Check after 10 minutes in case you need to add more water.

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The mixture should cook to a stiff puree.

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Remove the pan from the heat and mix in the grated cheese , chopped onion , parsley , cayenne pepper and lemon juice.

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Season to taste.

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In a separate bowl lightly beat the egg.

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Stir in the cream.

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Pour this mixture over the lentils.

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Greas e 1 lb loaf tin with the teaspoon of butter and press in the mixture.

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Bake for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the mixture feels firm to the touch.

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Let it stand for 10 minutes in the tin before turning out.

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Ingredients

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red lentils, water, cheddar cheese, onion, fresh parsley, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, egg, single cream, salt & freshly ground black pepper, butter