LACTOSE-FREE VEGGIE-STUFFED SHELLS

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"I wanted my family to get the benefits of soy, so I tweaked a traditional recipe. This is a low-fat, great-tasting dish that everyone will enjoy." Kimberly Hammond - Kingwood, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (12 ounces) jumbo pasta shells
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 package (12.3 ounces) silken extra-firm tofu
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 can (3.8 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 jar (24 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce
1/4 cup pine nuts

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., In a large bowl, mash tofu with lemon juice. Stir in the spinach, olives, basil, salt and pepper. Add to mushroom mixture; heat through. Spoon into shells., Spread 1 cup spaghetti sauce in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Arrange shells over sauce; top with remaining sauce. Sprinkle with pine nuts. , Cover and bake at 375° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 485mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Brandy Crowder
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Overall, I thought these shells were pretty good. The filling was flavorful and the shells were cooked perfectly. I would definitely make them again.


Okasha Afzal
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These shells were a bit too cheesy for my taste.


Asif khizer Bhatti
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The shells were delicious and the filling was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Ya Bintou Bah
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These shells were easy to make and very tasty. I would definitely recommend them.


Stephen Fallis
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I loved the idea of this recipe, but the filling was a bit too dry for my liking.


NEERMAS KHAN
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The shells were a bit overcooked, but the filling was delicious.


Chris Griffin
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These veggie-stuffed shells were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more spices next time.


Leya Jones
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I wasn't sure how these would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. The filling was tasty and the shells were cooked just right. I would definitely make these again.


Namusoke Sophia
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These shells were delicious! I used a variety of vegetables in the filling, and it was so flavorful. The shells were also cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Natasha Edwards
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed these veggie-stuffed shells. The filling was hearty and satisfying, and the shells were cooked al dente. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone, vegetarian or not.


abhishek Kamat
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These veggie-stuffed shells were a hit with my family! The filling was flavorful and the shells were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.