Tofu alla Pizzaiola

A vegan take on a traditional Italian dish, tofu alla pizzaiola consists of tofu slices covered in a rich marinara sauce along with sauted onions and peppers. This is a flavorful, filling, and incredibly simple plant-based dinner that is bursting with Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 block tofu, pressed and sliced
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers
• 1/2 cup sliced onions
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Set oven temperature to 375F 190C

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat

Add the garlic and saut it until aromatic

To the skillet, add the sliced onions and bell peppers

Cook for about 5 minutes, or until they start to get tender

Add the marinara sauce, salt, pepper, dried basil, and oregano

For five more minutes, simmer

Tofu slices should be put in a baking dish

Dollop the marinara mixture onto the slices of tofu

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the tofu is thoroughly heated, in a preheated oven

Before serving, garnish with fresh basil leaves