• 1 1/8 cups lentils (using crimson lentils)
• 2 1/4 cups water
• 6 slices whole wheat bread (torn small pieces)
• 3 eggs (or egg substitute equivalent)
• 1 cup water (or broth)
• 2 T. ketchup (or BBQ sauce or tomato sauce)
• 1 T. grapeseed oil
• 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp. dried parsley
• 1/2 tsp. dried basil
• salt, pepper and garlic powder to taste

1. Bring the lentils and water to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer until tender (about 40 minutes).
2. Mix together the cooked lentils along with the remaining ingredients. Place
   into a greased loaf or casserole pan.
3. Spread a layer of BBQ sauce on top.
4. Bake at 350º for about 60 minutes.
5. Let sit for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Flickr image “Red Lentils” by you can count on me on Flickr

I’d never tasted black-eyed peas before. I love legumes — and I loved this recipe — but I must confess that I didn’t care for the mouth feel of the beans. Eric used canned beans — wonder if it would taste differently if I’d prepared fresh?