Walnut, Quinoa and Mushroom Loaf - Plant-Based Life Foundation

Ingredients

• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 2 cups mushrooms, finely chopped
• Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
• 2 tsp garlic, fresh, minced
• 1 tsp basil, dry
• 1 tsp thyme, dry
• 1 tsp liquid smoke
• 1/4 cup red wine or sherry (optional)
• 2 cups quinoa, cooked
• 2 cups walnuts, finely chopped
• 1 cup almonds or cashews, roasted, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp flaxseed meal or chia seeds, ground
• 3 tablespoons water
• 1/2 cup ketchup (optional)
• 1 cup ricotta cheese, dairy-free
• 1/2 cup parsley, fresh, chopped