Tofu Lasagna Roll Ups

Portion Size: 1 ½ cups

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
1 (16 oz.) package uncooked lasagna noodlesFor vegan: use vegan pasta
1 lb.  low fat Shredded mozzarella cheeseFor vegan: use vegan mozzarella cheese
1 (15 oz.) container low fat ricotta cheeseFor vegan: use vegan ricotta cheese
2 eggsFor vegan: use vegan egg
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 lb. firm tofu
2 cups grated parmesan cheeseFor vegan: use vegan Parmesan cheese
1 (28 oz.) jar pasta sauce (meatless) For vegan: ensure plant based only
1 (14 oz.) package fresh spinachWash and chopped

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
2Cook lasagna noodles for 5 to 8 minutes, or until just slightly underdone; drain and rinse. 
3In a large mixing bowl, mix together grated cheese, ricotta cheese, tofu, spinach, basil, garlic powder, eggs and 1 cup of parmesan cheese.
4Lay out a noodle. Spread a layer of the cheese mixture on the noodle, then add a thin layer of sauce. 
5Roll the noodle up, and place seam side down in a baking pan. Repeat for other noodles.
6Top with remaining sauce and parmesan cheese.
7Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degree C) oven for 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F. (minimum)

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates