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How to Make Meatless Meatloaf. If you long for a vegetarian alternative to this classic
comfort food, look no further. You will need 1 red onion 2 celery stalks 1 tomato 1 c.
baby carrots 2 cloves garlic 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. ground black pepper 1 egg 12 oz. package
extra firm tofu 1 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese 1 c. bread crumbs 1 c. sharp cheddar cheese
14 oz. can crushed tomatoes Gravy Equipment: Cooking spray 8-in. x 4-in. loaf pan Food
processor and sheet pan (optional). Step 1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and then
grease the loaf pan with cooking spray. Step 2. Load the onion, celery, tomato, carrots,
garlic and the salt and pepper into the food processor and pulse until it's pureed. Step
3. Add the egg, tofu, and Parmesan cheese to the vegetable mixture and process until
the tofu and egg are in small pieces. Step 4. Stir in the breadcrumbs with a fork or
your clean hands. Step 5. Press the mixture into the loaf pan and bake for 50 minutes.
Use the loaf pan as a mold and bake on a sheet pan for a crispier crust. Step 6. Remove the
meatloaf from the oven and top it with the cheddar cheese and crushed tomatoes. Then
bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Use your oven's broiler
setting to give the loaf a nice golden brown color. Step 7. Cool and serve immediately
with gravy. Did you know A recent poll found Vermont to be the healthiest state based on
eating and exercise habits, while Kentucky and Arkansas ranked at the bottom.