So easy to make and so delicious! This roast loaf filled with nuts is a perfect centre to a vegetarian roast dinner. An easy nut roast recipe with marmite, great for any night of the week.
In a mixing bowl, combine chopped mixed nuts and wholemeal breadcrumbs.
Prepare the onion by finely chopping it. Mince the cloves of garlic.
In a frying pan, add a small amount of oil and sauté the chopped onion until it becomes soft and translucent.
Remove the pan from the heat and add the minced garlic to the residual heat in the pan. Allow the garlic to cook slightly in the warmth.
Once the sautéed onion has cooled slightly, add it to the bowl with the nut and breadcrumb mixture.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs together.
To the beaten eggs, add Marmite, grated cheddar cheese, fresh chopped parsley, fresh chopped thyme, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix these ingredients together thoroughly.
Pour the egg and flavouring mixture into the bowl containing the nut and breadcrumb mixture. Combine everything well until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Shape the mixture into a log shape on a baking tray.
Place the baking tray in the preheated oven. Roast the mixture for about 30-45 minutes, or until it turns a deep brown colour and becomes crispy on the outside.
Once the log is done roasting, carefully remove it from the oven and allow it to rest for about 10 minutes. This resting period allows the flavours to settle and makes it easier to slice.
Recipe Notes
Consistency of Mixture: Blend without compacting to maintain texture.
Balancing Moisture: Adjust egg and breadcrumb ratio for desired texture.
Baking Duration: Monitor for golden brown, crispy finish; varies with oven efficiency and portion size.
Resting Period: Rest post-baking for better slicing and melding flavours.
Customisation: Experiment with different nuts, herbs, spices for a personal touch.
Storage & Reheating: Refrigerate leftovers; reheat in oven for texture or pan-fry for crispiness when serving.