Baked "ziti" W/ Tofu Shirataki

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a 8x8 (1.75qt oval is what I use) baking dish; set aside.

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   Tofu Noodles: Bring pot of water to boil, add well DRAINED tofu noodles and return to boil.

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   Boil for two minutes and leave to drain in colander until needed.

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   OR just rinse and drain noodles, then microwave for one minute and place in colander to drain while preparing remaining ingredients.

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   In a large saucepan over medium high heat, cook ground meat, onions, green pepper, garlic and black pepper over medium heat until meat is browned; drain fat.

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   Add pasta sauce, crushed red pepper & Italian seasoning (if your sauce isn't seasoned enough) and cook until mixture is hot, stirring occasionally.

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   Meanwhile, cut tofu noodles into manageable pieces.

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   Then add noodles to the sauce mixture and mix well.

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   Stir in 1/4 cup of the Mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, mixing until well combined.

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    Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish.

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    Top with remaining cheeses - 1/4 cup of the mozz, 1/4 cup cheddar and 1/4 cup parmesan.

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    Cover with foil (or lid).

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    Bake at 350 degrees F for 15 minutes.

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    Remove foil/lid and bake for an additional 15 minutes until edges are bubbly.

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    Allow to stop bubbling before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.