Smoky Tofu Pasta with Figs

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I haven't tried this with soy milk, wasn't sure it would mix with the wine.

Very good dish.

 

Smoky Tofu Pasta with Figs

 

1 Tbl. olive oil

1 onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, crushed

1 Tbl. flour

2/3 cup heavy cream

1/3 cup dry white wine

3/4 cup smoked tofu, diced

3 fresh figs, washed and chopped

2 Tbls fresh chopped basil (I used cilantro)

2 cups of Penney, zit, rigatoni or spiral pasta

 

Heat oil in a skillet and add onion and garlic, saute for 5 minutes.

Stir in the flour, and cook 1 minute longer, Add cream and wine, then bring

to a boil

stirring constantly. Add the smoked tofu and basil, then cook over a low-med.

heat for

5 minutes. Stir in the figs and cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes.

Meanwhile, cook pasta in boiling salted water for 8 to 10 minutes or until

al dente. Drain well and spoon into serving dishes. Spoon pasta sauce

on top and serve immediately.

Serves 4

 

 

 

 

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