Tofu And Cheese-Stuffed Shells

You can pack protein into your pasta by adding tofu, and no one will ever know.


Tofu And Cheese-Stuffed Shells


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Prep Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Servings: Makes 4 servings.
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Ingredients
 
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  • 12    jumbo pasta shellsOn Sale
  • 1/4  cup  shredded carrotOn Sale
  • 1    green onion, sliced (2 tablespoons)On Sale
  • 8  ounces  tofu (fresh bean curd), drainedOn Sale
  • 1/2  cup  ricotta cheeseOn Sale
  • 1/2  cup  shredded cheddar cheese (2 ounces)On Sale
  • 1/2  cup  shredded mozzarella cheese (2 ounces)On Sale
  • 1    egg whiteOn Sale
  • 1/4  teaspoon  saltOn Sale
  • 1/4  teaspoon  pepperOn Sale
  • 1  14-1/2 ounce  can tomatoes, cut upOn Sale
  • 1/2 of a  6-ounce  can (1/3 cup) tomato pasteOn Sale
  • 1  teaspoon  dried basil, crushedOn Sale
  • 1  teaspoon  dried oregano, crushedOn Sale
  • 1/2  teaspoon  sugarOn Sale
  • 1/4  teaspoon  garlic powderOn Sale
  • 1/4  teaspoon  fennel seed, crushed (optional)On Sale
  •     Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)On Sale

Directions
1.
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan cook carrot and green onion in a small amount of water until tender; drain.
2.
For filling, in a medium mixing bowl mash tofu with a fork. Stir in carrot mixture, ricotta cheese, cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup of the mozzarella cheese, the egg white, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
3.
For sauce, in a medium saucepan combine undrained tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, sugar, garlic powder, and, if desired, fennel seed. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
4.
Stuff each cooked pasta shell with about 1 rounded tablespoon of the filling. Place shells in an ungreased 2-quart square baking dish. Pour sauce over shells. Cover and bake in a 350 degree F oven about 25 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. If desired, serve with Parmesan cheese. Makes 4 servings.

Make-Ahead Tip
Prepare stuffed shells but do not bake. Cover and chill up to 24 hours. To heat, bake, covered, in a 350 degree F oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until heated through. Serve as above.

Nutrition information
Calories 318, Total Fat 13 g, Saturated Fat 6 g, Cholesterol 32 mg, Sodium 558 mg, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 21 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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