This yummy pasta recipe starts with Papadini Lentil Orzo, a high protein pasta, and is dressed with Mr. Spice Thai Peanut Sauce. 8 oz. Papadini Orzo pasta (#590)* cooked, according to package directions, drained, and rinsed in cold water 1 Tbs. olive oil 2 large cloves of garlic, minced 1 red pepper, diced 1/2 tsp. fresh ginger, minced 1/2 lb. tofu, drained and diced For Dressing Mix together: 1/3 cup Mr. Spice Thai Peanut Sauce (#363)* 2 Tbs. soy sauce (#480)* 1 Tbs. Oriental sesame oil 1/4 cup cilantro, washed, dried and chopped
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| Garnish with: 1/2 cup roasted peanuts Heat oil in skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic and red pepper and sauté until softened , about 2 min. Add ginger and tofu and sauté 5-6 minutes or until tofu is lightly browned. Remove from heat. Add pasta and mix well. Toss with dressing. Adjust seasonings. Transfer to serving bowl. Sprinkle peanuts over top and serve. Serves 4-6 Special thanks to The Gluten Free Pantry. *Items may be found at http://www.glutenfree.com
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