The simple, high protein pasta has a base of sun-dried tomato pesto, which blends nicely with a variety of flavors. I also refer to this as the ‘leftover lovers’ pasta because it’s one way to fall in love with the contents in your refrigerator all over again. Really, it’s just another way to clean out your refrigerator, but make sure you’re not mixing in any ‘experiments’ that you may find.
Simplify your life and your refrigerator. This Super Simple pasta is proof that (almost) nothing is ever wasted.
Ingredients:
1-2 cups of high protein pasta (e.g. Trader Joe’s, Sprouts, Whole Foods, etc.)
1/2 cup of sun-dried tomatoes (in a jar with oil or dried in a package)
1-2 cups of tomato sauce (homemade or from a jar)
1+ cup of Vegetable broth - for softening the veggies.
Contents from your fridge - This one on the photo has bok choy, peas, artichokes (from the jar), onions, fresh oregano, and sun-dried tomato pesto
A big bunch of greens (Basil, Kale, arugula, etc.)
Topping: Tofu mock Ricotta Cheese
10 OZ extra firm tofu (pat dry)
2-3 Tablespoons of nutritional yeast
2-3 tablespoons of lemon juice
Seasonings to taste (garlic, onion powder, etc.)
Put all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until creamy.
Instructions:
For the sauce - combine all ingredients except the greens in a large saucepan and simmer until it all blends together nicely.
In another pot, boil the pasta until it’s tender. Rinse. Add back into the pot with a little water. Bring to a boil, add greens and let them cook until they turn a brighter color and wilt.
Stir in the other ingredients
Season to taste
Top with the tofu Ricotta and fresh basil and a garnish of sun-dried tomatoes
ENJOY!