Macaroni And Cheese With A Secret Silken Tofu Sauce Recipes

MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH A SECRET SILKEN TOFU SAUCE

Steps:

• Cook the macaroni in plenty of rapidly simmering water until al dente, then drain.
• Meanwhile, puree the tofu until perfectly smooth in a food processor or blender.
• When the macaroni is cooked, drain it and return to the pot over medium heat.
• Add blended tofu, cheese, mustard, and salt and pepper to taste.
• Stir until heated through and all the cheese it melted.
• VARIATION: Bake in a casserole dish at 400 degrees for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and crusty.

SILKEN TOFU MAC AND CHEESE

Steps:

• Cook macaroni according to package instructions in salted water. While cooking combine all other ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth. When macaroni is done drain well and return to warm pan. Add tofu-cheese sauce and heat over low heat until gooey and smooth. Serve immediately.

TOFU "ALFREDO" SAUCE

Steps:

• Cook pasta per package directions.
• Whiz the rest of the ingredients in a blender until smooth.
• Pour over hot pasta and mix well.

SILKEN TOFU WITH SOY-SAUCED TOMATOES

Steps:

• In a small saucepan or skillet, combine the tomatoes, soy sauce, olive oil, and many grinds of black pepper. Place over low heat and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, just until the tomatoes start to soften and juices collect in the pan.
• Carefully cut the tofu into 2 wide slabs (or 4 smaller ones) and place on plates or in shallow bowls. Divide the warm tomatoes on top. Add a judicious drizzle of toasted sesame oil, then sprinkle with scallions and basil, if using. Serve immediately.