Smoked Tofu Farfalle Casserole Recipe

Name: Smoked Tofu Farfalle Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tsp. olive oil; 1 small yellow bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup); 1 1/2 cups frozen baby peas; 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 Tbs.); 2 1/2 tsp. minced fresh thyme; 8 oz. farfalle pasta (bows); 1 3/4 cups low-fat milk; 3 Tbs. all-purpose flour; 3 oz. sharp Cheddar cheese, grated (about 3/4 cup); 6 oz. smoked tofu, diced; 3 Tbs. Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

4 tsp. olive oil
1 small yellow bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 1/2 cups frozen baby peas
3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 Tbs.)
2 1/2 tsp. minced fresh thyme
8 oz. farfalle pasta (bows)
1 3/4 cups low-fat milk
3 Tbs. all-purpose flour
3 oz. sharp Cheddar cheese, grated (about 3/4 cup)
6 oz. smoked tofu, diced
3 Tbs. Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs

1
Preheat oven to 425F.
2
Heat 1 tsp.
3
oil in 6-qt.
4
Dutch oven over medium heat.
5
Add bell pepper, and cook, stirring often, 3 minutes.
6
Stir in frozen peas, garlic and thyme, and cook, stirring often, 2 minutes more.
7
Transfer to bowl and set aside.
8
Wipe out Dutch oven; fill with water, and bring to a boil.
9
Add pasta, and cook about 4 minutes, or until just al dente.
10
Drain and transfer to clean bowl.
11
Drizzle with 2 tsp.
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olive oil, and toss to coat.
13
Return Dutch oven to stove.
14
Heat 1 1/2 cups milk in Dutch oven over medium heat until almost simmering.
15
Whisk together remaining 1/4 cup milk with flour in small bowl, then whisk into hot milk.
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Cook over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, 2 minutes, or until sauce thickens and bubbles.
17
Remove from heat, and stir in cheese.
18
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
19
Add pasta, bell pepper mixture and tofu, and stir to combine.
20
Mix breadcrumbs with remaining 1 tsp.
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oil in small bowl; sprinkle over casserole.
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Bake uncovered, 20 minutes, or until golden.
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Serve hot.

1059

kcal

Calories

Fat

174

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tsp. olive oil, 1 small yellow bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup), 1 1/2 cups frozen baby peas, 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 Tbs.), and more.

Yes, Smoked Tofu Farfalle Casserole falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Smoked Tofu Farfalle Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

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