zucchini Pancakes

Zucchini Pancakes by Cora

1 c. shredded zuke
3 T biscuit mix
1 egg
2 T shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 t. dried basil (optional)
1/8 t. salt
1/8 t. pepper

Place zuke in colander to drain, squeeze to remove excess liquid. Pat dry. In a small bowl, combine zuke, biscuit mix, egg, cheese, basil, salt and pepper. Spoon by 1/3 cupfuls onto large skillet or griddle coated with cooking spray. Cook over medium for 3-4 mins. on each side or until golden brown (2 servings).

Spinach and Mushroom Manicotti

Spinach & Mushroom Manicotti by Emilie Braatz

1 box Manicotti
2Tbsp Extra virgin olive Oil
6 ox mushrooms, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1-6oz bag fresh spinach, chopped (or 1-10oz box frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained)
2 eggs
1-15oz container ricotta cheese
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil leaves (about 5 tsp dried)
1 tsp salt
1- 26oz jar Barilla Italian Baking sauce (I use spaghetti sauce)
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan Cheese


Preheat Oven to 350*

cook Manicotti 7 accordinng to package directions; drain and rinse in cool water. Set aside.

Meanwhile heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and garlic; saute 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in spinach; continue cooking 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Beat eggs lightly in medium bowl. Stir in ricotta, basil and salt. Stir in mushroom mixture.

Spread 3/4 cup Italian Baking Sauce over bottom of 9x13- inch baking dish. Fill manicotti with mushroom mixture; place in dish. pour remaining sauce evenly over filled shells; sprinkle with cheese. Cover with Foil. Bake for 30 minutes. Uncover; continue baking 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Makes 6 servings.

Spinach-Rice Casserole

Spinach-Rice Casserole by Edina
From: Better Homes and Gardens

Try a new comfort food--this easy meatless casserole is made with spinach, tofu, and rice.
Servings: Makes 4 servings.
Prep: 20 mins
Total: 50 mins

Ingredients

1 small onion, chopped (1/3 cup)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 14-1/2-ounce can peeled Italian-style tomatoes, cut up
1 teaspoon dried oregano or basil, crushed
8-ounces tofu (fresh bean curd), drained
2 cups cooked brown rice
1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese (2 ounces)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon sesame seed, toasted

Directions
1. In a large saucepan cook the onion and garlic in hot oil until onion is tender but not brown. Add undrained tomatoes, and oregano or basil. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, about 3 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, place tofu in a food processor bowl or blender container. Cover and process or blend until smooth. Add to tomato mixture. Stir in cooked rice, spinach, half of the Swiss cheese, the salt, and pepper.
3. Grease 4 individual casseroles or one 2-quart rectangular baking dish. Spoon mixture into casseroles. Bake, uncovered, in a 350 degree F oven for 30 to 40 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and sesame seed. Makes 4 servings.

Nutrition Facts
Calories 301, Total Fat 12 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Sodium 701 mg, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 15 g.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Tofu Pesto Pasta

Tofu Pesto Pasta by Cora (AllRecipes)
Ingredients

1 pound tri-colored spiral pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
1.5 cups milk
1 (1.2 ounce) package creamy pesto sauce mix
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu, drained and cubed salt and pepper to taste
8oz fresh mushrooms, coarsely chopped
1 cup sliced black olives
1/2 cup chopped onions
1 tablespoon capers
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Stir in spiral pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

In a medium bowl, blend 1/4 cup olive oil, milk, and pesto sauce mix.
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Place tofu in the skillet, and season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir until evenly browned. Remove from heat, and drain on paper towels.

Place mushrooms and onions into the skillet, and cook about 5 minutes. Stir in the olives, capers, and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese. Mix in the tofu and pesto sauce. Continue cooking about 5 minutes before serving over the rotini. Top with remaining Parmesan cheese and basil.

Coleslaw

Coleslaw by Cora

2 packages of coleslaw mix (in the produce section)
1/2 carrots grated
1 small onion chopped
1/4 cup Sour Cream
1/4 cup Buttermilk
1/2 cup Mayo
1 Tb Sugar
1 Tb Rice Wine Vinegar
1/2 teaspoon white wine vinegar
salt and pepper to taste

In a large mixing bowl combine coleslaw mix, carrots and onion. In a separate bowl combine sour cream, buttermilk, mayo, sugar, rice wine vinegar, white wine vinegar, salt and pepper. Mix until smooth and then stir into the coleslaw mix. Cover and put into the refridgerator for a couple hours.

Potato Salad

Potato Salad by Tammy

"Yield: 12 servings (serving size: 3/4 cup)


Ingredients
Dressing:
1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons canola oil (I used Olive Oil)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Salad:
5 cups cubed red potato (about 2 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped peeled cucumber (I used celery in mine)
3/4 cup sliced grape or cherry tomatoes
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped orange bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 (2 1/4-ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained

Preparation
1. To prepare dressing, combine first 4 ingredients in a large
bowl; stir with a whisk.

2. To prepare salad, place potato and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a
medium saucepan. Cover with water to 2 inches above potato;
bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 8 minutes or until
tender; drain.

3. Add potato to dressing in bowl, tossing gently to coat; let
stand 15 minutes. Stir in cucumber and remaining ingredients;
toss well. Cover and chill.

Nutritional Information
Calories:90 (28% from fat)
Fat:2.8g (sat 0.2g,mono 1.6g,poly 0.8g)
Protein:1.8g
Carbohydrate:14.9g
Fiber:2g
Cholesterol:0.0mg
Iron:0.9mg
Sodium:295mg
Calcium:19mg"