Lunch: Cheeseless Black Bean Lasagna

Recipe by Trisha Yearwood A unique spin on a hearty pasta favorite.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Cheeseless Black Bean Lasagna

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

14 oz. extra-firm tofu
2 can black beans
1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 can tomato paste
1 c. water
1 small onion
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 c. raw cashews
1/4 c. nutritional yeast (optional)
3 tbsp. olive oil
2 tbsp. finely chopped fresh basil
8 oz. no-boil lasagna noodles

Instructions

Place tofu between 4 paper towel sheets. Place heavy skilley on top for 1 hour, pressing down on tofu.
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Into 4-quart saucepot, stir black baens, tomatoes, tomato paste, water, onion, oregano, garlic powder, 2 teaspoon. salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Heat to boiling on medium-high, stirring often. Reduce head to maintain simmer; simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While sauce cooks, in food processor, pulse cashews until finely ground; transfer to large bowl, along with pressed tofu. With hands, crumble tofu until texture resembles ricotta cheese. Stir in yeast (if using), olive oil, basil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
In 13- by 9-inch glass or ceramic baking dish, spread 1 cup tomato sauce and tofu mixture; repeat layering twice. Top with 1 cup sauce. Spread sauce to completely cover noodles. Bake, uncovered, 40 minutes or until noodles are tender. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

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