Vegetarian Meatless Meatloaf with Lentils

Combine broth and lentils in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until lentils are soft and broth is absorbed 20 to 30 minutes. Drain extra broth if necessary. Mash lentils slightly and transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a loaf pan.

Add oats Cheddar cheese panko eggs onion ketchup garlic parsley Worcestershire sauce basil red pepper flakes salt and black pepper to the bowl with the lentils and mix well. Transfer mixture to the prepared loaf pan.

Bake in the preheated oven until loaf starts to brown 35 to 45 minutes. Let sit 10 minutes before serving. Loosen sides using a spatula before slicing.