JUMBO VEGAN STUFFED SHELLS

These stuffed shells are a fantastic meatless and dairy free dinner option for the whole family! These are even perfect for your lunches during the week! Hot or cold, these are incredible. What are you waiting for? YOU NEED TO TRY THEM! 

SERVINGS

6

PREP TIME

15 MINUTES

COOK TIME

30 MINUTES

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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:


  1. Cook Jumbo Shells according to the package directions.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°
  3. In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic for a few minutes until the onions are tender and fragrant. 
  4. Add 1 cup of fresh spinach or 1 package of frozen spinach sauté until tender.
  5. Set aside.


To Make the Tofu Ricotta filling:

  1. Drain tofu
  2. Gently press down on the tofu with a few paper towels to remove the excess moisture.
  3. Place tofu in the food processor
  4. Add remaining ingredients to the food processor: 
    Salt
    Nutritional Yeast
    Oregano
    Garlic powder
    Basil
    Cayenne pepper
    Lemon juice
  5. Cover and process until blended. Process for 1-2 minutes or until smooth.
  6. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in the parsley.
  7. Drain the shells. Spread half of the marinara sauce into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with a little olive oil or cooking spray
  8. 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.
  9. Repeat until you run out of ricotta and shells.
  10. Pour the remaining sauce evenly over the shells.
  11. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Cover with foil and bake until heated through and cheese is melted. About 25-30 minutes.
  12. 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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As always, stay well.

Love,

Diane & Stevie

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