Lentil Loaf with Mashed Potatoes

Instructions

1. 1

   Simmer the lentils in 2.5 cups water for 25 minutes until soft; drain. Mix the flaxseed with 5 tbsp water and let it thicken.

2. 2

   Heat oven to 375°F. Sauté the finely diced onion, grated carrot and garlic in 1 tbsp oil for 6 minutes.

3. 3

   Mash two-thirds of the lentils, then mix all lentils with the vegetables, oats, flax mixture, soy sauce, 2 tbsp ketchup, salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Press into a parchment-lined loaf pan, spread the remaining ketchup on top, and bake 45 minutes. Rest 10 minutes before slicing.

5. 5

   While it bakes, boil the cubed potatoes 15 minutes, drain, and mash with the oat milk, remaining oil and salt.

6. 6

   Slice the loaf and serve with mashed potatoes. It slices even better the next day, so it's a great make-ahead.