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"High in fiber and protein, low in fat, easy and really yummy! I've always thought meatloaf looks and smells so delicious and savory so, as a vegetarian, I decided to make a no-meat version! This is basically our favorite meatloaf recipe but with cooked mashed lentils instead of ground meat. The result is a very tasty dinner!"

Ingredients: dried basil, dried parsley...

"Creamy lentil soup cooked in a crockpot. Serve with crusty bread or rolls for a comfort food fix! Feel free to double this recipe."

Ingredients: dry lentils, garlic, mushrooms...

"This taco filling is a healthier alternative to the meat version. I found this recipe on a “runners” message board where the posters were raving how much this tasted as good as a meat filling. I actually like it better than the fillings made with ground beef. It tastes great in taco shells on taco salads and anywhere you’d normally use a meat taco..."

Ingredients: dry lentils, ground cumin...

Ingredients: pepper, ground cumin...

"This is a great recipe for those who want a vegetarian meal without fake "meat". This delicious and simple recipe is from Chef Jennifer Iserloh of New York City (aka "Skinny Chef") and was printed in this month's Self Magazine (February 2009). Following the recipe results in an al dente lentil with a little chew to mimic the..."

Ingredients: chipotle chiles in adobo, taco shells...

"From: "The Vegetarian Epicure" by Anna Thomas, first edition 1972. This book was a real find! Greek-Style casserole."

Ingredients: cinnamon, chopped tomatoes...

"Healthy, satisfying, and comforting. Best served with a squeeze of lemon or a splash of white wine vinegar."

Ingredients: dried oregano, diced tomatoes...

"This comes from my favorite cookbook, Vegetarian cooking for everyone by Deborah Maddison. I LOVE this soup. It is earthy & so satisfying. I make it at least once a month and wanted to post for nutrition info! This soup gets better as it sits!"

Ingredients: pepper, sherry wine vinegar...

"I am really trying to eat less meat these days. I was looking for something quick to make but without bouncing back to cooking meat. I looked around at what I had in my cupboards and fridge and came up with these. We enjoyed the way they turned out and will for sure have them again. I suspect this would make a nice tortilla filling too."

Ingredients: taco shells, fat-free refried beans...

"This takes a bit of effort to make but is worth it for a really nice veggie meal. We served it on Christmas Eve for all our friends."

Ingredients: pepper, ground cumin...

"I think I like this better than chili made with meat. Plus it is low fat."

Ingredients: cilantro leaves, cumin...

"This is the best version of "mock" chopped liver I've ever tasted (Thanks Sid). Makes a great vegetarian deli-style sandwich on some good pumpernickel, with some lettuce, tomato, and sliced raw onion."

Ingredients: brown lentils, green beans...

"With hearty lentils, brown rice, and vegetables, as well as some sassy seasonings, nobody will miss the meat in this recipe I created for company. I served them with a side of sweet potato fries and watermelon for dessert. Any extra filling makes an excellent midnight snack or lunch."

Ingredients: corn, Braggs liquid aminos...

"Mmmm, nothing like a good bowl of veg soup! This is the famous Indian Chef Sanjeev Kapoor's recipe. Like him, I believe that good soup is easy to make if you take care to choose the freshest ingredients, especially those that are in season. Beautifully garnished, any soup would look as pretty as a bride with a veil over her charming face;-) Add a..."

Ingredients: lemon juice, mushrooms, oil...