Best 4 Penne With Roasted Tofu Peppers And Spinach In Garlic Sauce Recipes

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If you're craving a healthy, flavorful, and satisfying meal, look no further than penne with roasted tofu, peppers, and spinach in garlic sauce. This delectable dish is a culinary symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the depths of this extraordinary dish and guide you through the steps to create a culinary masterpiece that will impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PENNE WITH SPINACH SAUCE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 27m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound whole wheat or multi grain penne
3 garlic cloves
2 ounces goat cheese
1 ounce reduced fat cream cheese
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 ounces fresh baby spinach leaves
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the penne and cook until it is tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 12 minutes.
  • Mince the garlic in a food processor. Add the goat cheese, cream cheese, 3/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, and half of the spinach leaves. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Set the cheese and spinach mixture aside.
  • Meanwhile, place the remaining spinach leaves in a large bowl.
  • Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid. Spoon the pasta atop the spinach leaves in the bowl. Scrape the cheese and spinach mixture over the pasta mixture and toss to coat, adding enough reserved cooking liquid to moisten. Season the pasta, to taste, with salt and pepper. Sprinkle the Parmesan over and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calorie, Fat 4 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 8 milligrams, Sodium 425 milligrams, Carbohydrate 61 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 15 grams, Sugar 0 grams

GARLIC PENNE PASTA



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This recipe is so easy to make, tastes great and is a big hit at dinner time. It's even a hit as leftovers! It uses simple ingredients that you always have on hand and you can replace the penne with any pasta you want.

Provided by Taliesen

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
¼ cup olive oil, divided
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain, and return to pot.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and parsley for about 1 minute. Season with red pepper flakes and black pepper. Stir into cooked pasta, along with remaining olive oil. Top with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.1 calories, Carbohydrate 41.9 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 52.9 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

PENNE WITH ROASTED TOFU, PEPPERS AND SPINACH IN GARLIC SAUCE



Penne With Roasted Tofu, Peppers and Spinach in Garlic Sauce image

I found this recipe years ago, I don't remember where. It is a lovely dish for entertaining your vegetarian friends, and the leftovers keep well if you're flying solo. The roasted tofu is very versatile and also works well in salads, stir-fries, and many other dishes. Cook time is estimated and reflects the minimum marinating and cooling times for the tofu. This dish is vegan if you omit the parmesan cheese.

Provided by chiclet

Categories     Penne

Time 1h25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon soy sauce or 1 tablespoon tamari
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 lb extra firm tofu, pressed and cut in 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup olive oil
1 red bell pepper, sliced
6 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 lb penne pasta
12 ounces spinach, rinsed, stemmed and torn
1/2 cup vegetable stock
1/2 teaspoon salt
grated parmesan cheese, to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • FOR TOFU:.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Combine soy sauce or tamari and sesame oil in a medium bowl.
  • Stir cubed tofu into mixture and toss to coat. Marinate at least 20 minutes, up to 2 hours.
  • Spread tofu in a single layer in a baking dish. Bake 25 minutes, or until golden brown all over, tossing with spatula halfway through cook time.
  • Let tofu cool, up to 24 hours.
  • FOR PENNE AND VEGGIES:.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil for the pasta.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add red pepper and saute until tender (about 5 minutes).
  • Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for 2 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add spinach, vegetable stock and salt and cover pan. Cook about 2 minutes, until spinach is wilted but still bright green.
  • Uncover, stir in tofu and continue to cook on low heat, stirring often, while the penne cooks.
  • Drain pasta and stir in tofu and veggies.
  • Top with grated parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.6, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 2.5, Sodium 419.1, Carbohydrate 66, Fiber 10.8, Sugar 1.6, Protein 14.2

PENNE WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER, ARTICHOKE, & GARLIC PUREE



Penne With Roasted Red Pepper, Artichoke, & Garlic Puree image

This is a very easy homemade recipe that has all the traditional tastes of Italy. It's a Penne Rigate dish with Roasted Red Pepper, Artichoke, Onion & Garlic Puree. I happen to love this and so does DH. You have to like roasted red pepper to enjoy this recipe to the fullest extent. It's so simple to prepare as most of the prep is done with a food processor or blender for the puree then you just serve it over your favorite pasta - we like it best over Penne Rigate, but any pasta will do. ** You could also stir in some cooked shrimp or cooked sliced sausage if you want a more hearty dish **

Provided by BlondieItaliana

Categories     Penne

Time 17m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (12 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained well
2 (6 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained well
3 garlic cloves
1/2 small onion
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 dash salt
1 dash black pepper
1 (1 lb) box penne rigate
1 (6 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained well
2 ounces black olives, sliced, pitted, & drained well

Steps:

  • Boil water for penne with a dash of salt added.
  • Meanwhile, drain the roasted red peppers & artichoke hearts very well and add to food processer. Add garlic & onion.
  • Pulse in food processor so the mixture isn't pure liquid (pulse until mixture is the consistency of salsa - see photo of puree).
  • Stir in olive oil, garlic powder and salt & pepper to taste.
  • Cook then drain pasta. Stir in the puree.
  • Garnish with the remaining jar of drained artichoke hearts & sliced black olives stirred through gently.
  • Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients: Before you start cooking, take a few minutes to chop the vegetables, tofu, and garlic. This will make the cooking process go much smoother.
  • Roast the vegetables: Roasting the vegetables in the oven brings out their natural sweetness and flavor. Be sure to toss the vegetables with olive oil and salt before roasting.
  • Cook the tofu: The tofu can be cooked in a variety of ways. You can pan-fry it, bake it, or even air-fry it. Just be sure to press the tofu before cooking to remove excess moisture.
  • Make the garlic sauce: The garlic sauce is simple to make and adds a delicious flavor to the dish. Just combine olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice in a saucepan and simmer for a few minutes.
  • Assemble the dish: Once the vegetables, tofu, and garlic sauce are cooked, it's time to assemble the dish. Simply combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl and toss to coat.

Conclusion:

This penne with roasted tofu, peppers, and spinach in garlic sauce is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The roasted vegetables are packed with flavor, the tofu is a good source of protein, and the garlic sauce adds a delicious finishing touch. This dish is also easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. For example, you can add more or less garlic sauce, or you can use different vegetables.

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