There's no better way to warm up and indulge in some comfort food than with this hearty Tempeh Lasagna!
INGREDIENTS
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240g tempeh, crumbled
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 bell pepper, diced
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2 cups tomato sauce
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1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp dried basil
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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9-12 lasagna noodles (pre-cooked or oven-ready)
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1 1/2 cups (Tofutti) ricotta
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1 1/2 cups vegan mozzarella cheese, shredded
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)
45 minutes
6 servings
INSTRUCTIONS
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare the Tempeh Filling:
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Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and bell pepper, and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Crumble the tempeh into the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes until lightly browned.
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Stir in the soy sauce, oregano, basil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
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Pour in the tomato sauce, stir well, and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Assemble the Lasagna: In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the bottom. Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread 1/3 of the tempeh filling over the noodles, followed by dollops of Tofutti ricotta and a sprinkle of shredded vegan mozzarella.
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Repeat the layers (noodles, tempeh filling, vegan cheeses) until you’ve used up all the ingredients, finishing with a top layer of noodles and a generous amount of shredded vegan mozzarella.
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Bake the Lasagna: Cover the lasagna with foil (to prevent the top from burning) and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted.
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Serve: Let the lasagna cool for about 10 minutes before slicing.
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Garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired, and serve hot.