How To Make Layered Tofu Pasta Bake
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz tofu, pressed and sliced
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat and sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
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Add the tofu slices and cook for a few minutes on each side until lightly browned. Remove from heat.
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In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom.
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Add a layer of cooked penne pasta on top of the sauce.
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Sprinkle half of the tofu and vegetable mixture over the pasta, then season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
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Spread another layer of marinara sauce on top, followed by another layer of penne pasta.
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Add the remaining tofu and vegetable mixture, then sprinkle with Parmesan and mozzarella cheese.
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Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.
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Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 385kcal
- Total Fat : 12g
- Saturated Fat : 5g
- Cholesterol : 21mg
- Sodium : 687mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 42g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 5g
- Protein : 26g
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