Hearty spinach & tofu risotto

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
8ouncesTofu, drained
1mediumOnion; chopped (1/2 cup)
1Garlic clove; minced
2tablespoonsVegetable oil
14½ounceTomatoes, Italian, canned; chopped
1teaspoonOregano; dried; crushed
2cupsRice, brown; cooked
10ouncesSpinach, frozen, chopped; thawed and drained
1tablespoonSesame seeds; toasted

Directions

Place tofu in blender container. Cover; blend until smooth. In a large saucepan cook onion and garlic in hot oil until onion is tender. Add undrained tomatoes and oregano.Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, about 3 minutes. Stir in tofu, rice, spinach, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp pepper. Divide mixture into 4 individual greased cassroles or place all of the mixture in a greased 1½-quart casserole.

Bake, uncovered, in a 350 deg oven for 30 minutes or unti heated through. Top with sesame seed. Makes 4 servings.

From the files of DEEANNE