Almond Sesame Nut Roast With Mushroom Onion Sauce Recipe

Ingredients for Almond Sesame Nut Roast With Mushroom Onion Sauce

• Sesame
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• Risotto Rice
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable stock
• 1 cup grated carrot
• 1 leek, thinly sliced and washed
• 1/2 cup sesame seeds
• 1 cup slivered almonds, toasted
• Ground Almonds
• Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• 2 large eggs
• Dried Herbs
• Salt
• Pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
• All Purpose Flour

How to Make Almond Sesame Nut Roast With Mushroom Onion Sauce

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook gently for 2-3 minutes, until softened.
3. Add the rice and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly toasted.
4. Pour in the vegetable stock, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender. Add a little extra water if needed.
5. Remove from heat and transfer the rice mixture to a large mixing bowl.
6. Stir in the grated carrot, sliced leek, sesame seeds, toasted almonds, grated cheese, eggs, and chopped herbs. Season generously with salt and pepper.
7. Transfer the mixture to a greased 1-pound loaf pan, leveling the surface.
8. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until the roast is set and firm. A skewer inserted into the center should come out clean.
9. Let the roast rest in the pan for 10 minutes before turning out.
10. While the roast is baking, prepare the sauce: Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until dark golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
11. Add the mushrooms (if using) and cook for 2 minutes more.
12. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the vegetable stock until smooth and thickened.
13. Season the sauce to taste.
14. Slice the nut roast and serve on warmed plates with your choice of fresh vegetables, accompanied by the rich mushroom-onion sauce (or ketchup!). Garnish with Italian parsley, if desired.