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Pesto Tofu Pasta

By: Veronica  
"This is a great twist on pesto pasta! It is my husband's favorite! The dish comes together in a snap!"

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What to Drink?

Wine Sauvignon Blanc
Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
25 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 40 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 pound tri-colored spiral pasta
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 (1.2 ounce) package creamy pesto sauce mix
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu, drained and cubed
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound fresh mushrooms, coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup sliced black olives
  • 1 tablespoon capers
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 sprig fresh basil

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Stir in spiral pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  2. In a medium bowl, blend 1/4 cup olive oil, milk, and pesto sauce mix.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Place tofu in the skillet, and season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir until evenly browned. Remove from heat, and drain on paper towels.
  4. Place mushrooms into the skillet, and cook about 5 minutes. Stir in the olives, capers, and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese. Mix in the tofu and pesto sauce. Continue cooking about 5 minutes before serving over the rotini. Top with remaining Parmesan cheese and basil.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 356 | Total Fat: 20.3g | Cholesterol: 7mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 2, 2003 by NANONLINE2 
I've been looking for a low-carb, relatively low-fat, protein dish and here it is! I must... MORE
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Reviewed on Sep. 6, 2004 by SMELPUP 
Both excellent and easy. MORE
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Reviewed on Dec. 16, 2004 by KSKEMP 
This was my first attempt at tofu other than in hot and sour soup. I did not care for it and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 21, 2003 by NKAC 
I thought this recipe was very easy and very good. As long as you like all the ingredients it... MORE

 
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