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By Karri Alrich
Posted July 23rd, 2007
This article is reprinted with permission from Recipes From A Vegetarian Goddess, by Karri Ann Allrich, (2000, Llewellyn Publications)
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Servings: 8
Author Notes: This version of lasagna features silken tofu, dark green spinach, and creamy white cauliflower in a red tomato sauce. Although it takes some time to assemble, it is perfect for making ahead.
Ingredients: 9-10 lasagna noodles
1 pound firm silken tofu
2 eggs or egg substitute
1 cup freshly shredded Parmesan or soy cheese, divided
salt and white pepper to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 teaspoon marjoram
1 teaspoon Italian herbs
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, diced
1/2 head cauliflower, cored, chopped into small pieces
6 garlic cloves, crushed
1 bunch fresh spinach, washed and stemmed
4 cups marinara sauce (store bought or click here for recipe)
5 roma tomatoes, sliced
rosemary sprigs for garnish
Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350° F. Prepare lasagna noodles according to package directions and drain. Drizzle or spray with olive oil to keep them from sticking and lay flat.

In a mixing bowl, mash tofu with the eggs, 3/4 cup Parmesan or soy cheese, salt, pepper and herbs. Add in pine nuts and blend. Set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and saute the onion for 5 minutes or until softened. Add in the cauliflower and garlic. Stir and cook until the cauliflower is tender, about 6-8 minutes. Pour onto a plate and return skillet to the burner.

Cover the bottom of the skillet with a scant amount of water and bring to a boil. Toss in the spinach leaves and steam for 3-4 minutes, until wilted. drain spinach and lay on paper towels.

Lightly oil an 8x13 inch baking dish and spoon in enough Marinara sauce to cover the bottom. Lay three noodles over the bottom of the pan. Top with 1/2 the tofu mixture, then 1/2 the cauliflower mixture, then 1/2 the spinach leaves. Cover with 1/3 of the Marinara sauce. Place another layer of noodles, tofu mixture, cauliflower mixture, the remaining spinach leaves and top with 1/3 of the sauce. Cover with a final layer of noodles and remaining sauce. Arrange the sliced fresh tomatoes all over the top and dust with remaining Parmesan cheese and herbs. Bake for 35 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Let the lasagna stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with fresh rosemary springs.



 

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