Recipe of Stuffed Manicotti - Food Recipes

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STUFFED MANICOTTI

Recipe By : Judy Talbott in Reversing Heart Disease (Ornish)
Serving Size : 4
Preparation Time :1:00
Categories : Family Approved Main Dishes Pasta

Ingredients - Preparation Method:

12 ounces manicotti noodles 16 ounces tofu -- soft 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon fresh basil -- minced 2 teaspoons garlic -- minced 1/2 cup Italian parsley -- minced 1/4 teaspoon white pepper salt 3 cups marinara sauce Preheat the oven to 375 degreesF. Cook the pasta for 5 minutes in boiling water, rinse in cold water, and set aside, making sure that the manicotti are not stacked or overlapping. In a large bowl mix the tofu, oregano, thyme, basil, garlic, parsley, and white pepper. Add salt to taste. Suff the manicotti noodles with the filling and place into a shallow 8" X 8" nonstick baking dish. Pour the Marinara Sauce over the manicotti and bake for 30 minues, or until the sauce is bubbling. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - NOTES : Garnish with Fresh Basil or Italian Parsley