My family has requested this meatless recipe over and over again. It is simple to prepare and even meat lovers like it.
Ingredient
3 cups dried lentils, rinsed
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups uncooked instant oatmeal
2 tablespoons canola oil
10 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese or provolone cheese
Marinara sauce, warmed, optional
Direction
Cook lentils according to package directions; drain and cool slightly.
In a large bowl, combine eggs and seasonings; stir in cooked lentils and oatmeal. Shape into ten 3/4-in.-thick patties.
In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Cook patties in batches, 4-6 minutes on each side or until golden brown and a thermometer reads 160°, adding additional oil as needed. Top with cheese; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. If desired, serve with marinara sauce.
