Ingredients | Quantity |
---|---|
JUMMBO Shells | 1/2 box ( about 20 shells) |
Onion | 1 medium |
Garlic cloves | 3 minced |
Olive Oil | 1 TBS |
Marinara or meatless spaghetti sauce | 1 3/4 C |
Go veggie Mozzarella | 1 C |
Parsley | 2 TBS |
Spinach | 1-2 cups fresh or 1 package frozen |
Go veggie Parmesan | 1/3 C |
Tofu Ricotta Filling | |
Firm Tofu | 1 package, 10oz |
Salt | 1 tsp |
Nutritional Yeast | 1/4 C |
Oregano | 1 TBS |
Garlic powder | 1 tsp |
Basil | 1TBS |
Cayenne pepper | 1/8 tsp |
Lemon juice | 1 TBS |
Directions:
- Cook Jumbo Shells according to the package directions.
- Preheat oven to 350°
- In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic for a few minutes until the onions are tender and fragrant.
- Add 1 cup of fresh spinach or 1 package of frozen spinach sauté until tender.
- Set aside.
To Make the Tofu Ricotta filling:
- Drain tofu
- Gently press down on the tofu with a few paper towels to remove the excess moisture.
- Place tofu in the food processor
- Add remaining ingredients to the food processor:
Salt
Nutritional Yeast
Oregano
Garlic powder
Basil
Cayenne pepper
Lemon juice - Cover and process until blended. Process for 1-2 minutes or until smooth.
- Transfer to a large bowl; stir in the parsley.
- Drain the shells. Spread half of the marinara sauce into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with a little olive oil or cooking spray
- Take 1 shell at a time and fill it with about 2tbs of the tofu ricotta. Place the shell on top of the marina sauce with the crease side down , smooth side of the shell should be visible.
- Repeat until you run out of ricotta and shells.
- Pour the remaining sauce evenly over the shells.
- Sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Cover with foil and bake until heated through and cheese is melted. About 25-30 minutes.
- Serve and ENJOY!
Tips & Tricks: Here is another great brand to use for vegan mozzarella. Serving size is three shells. We love pairing this meal with a nice large salad! Try our Marinara sauce for this recipe!
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Diane & Stevie