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TOP ATE Things to Know About Tofu Shirataki
The noodle-y need-to-know info. .
1. They can be found in the refrigerated section of the market, near the tofu.
2. They come floating in a bag of water. Do not be put off by this.
3. You should rinse them very well before using.
4. Once rinsed, dry thoroughly by blotting them with paper towels repeatedly, or even stir-frying 'em over medium heat to get rid of excess water. This step is super-important!
5. You don't need to cook them at all. Just nuke 'em in the microwave for a minute and they're ready to use.
6. They're CRAZY-long and unwieldy. They should be cut, no matter how you prepare them.
7. The texture of these noodles is a little more chewy and slippery than regular pasta. Just a heads-up.
8. Tofu Shirataki works best with thick, creamy sauces. The Laughing Cow Light cheese wedges work especially well as a sauce ingredient.

super-duper spaghetti pie
PER SERVING (Вјth of pie): 83 calories, 1.5g fat, 588mg sodium, 8g carbs, 2g fiber, 4g sugars, 10g protein

Ingredients
1 package House Foods Tofu Shirataki, Spaghetti Shape
1 cup canned tomato sauce, divided
1 cup assorted sliced veggies (onions, peppers, mushrooms, etc.) ВЅ cup fat-free liquid egg substitute

cup shredded fat-free mozzarella cheese 15 pieces (about 1 ounce) turkey pepperoni

Directions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

Rinse and drain shirataki noodles well. Pat dry. Place noodles in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 1 minute.

Drain excess liquid from noodles and pat them until thoroughly dry. Cut noodles up a bit for spaghetti-length pieces.

In a round baking dish, combine noodles, veggies, egg substitute, and Вѕ cup tomato sauce. Mix well.

Bake for about 25 minutes or until firm.

Remove pie from the oven and spread remaining Вј cup of tomato sauce over it. Place turkey pepperoni on top and then sprinkle evenly with cheese.

Return pie to the oven until the cheese has melted. Allow to cool a bit (if you can!) and enjoy.

MAKES 4 SERVINGS

sweet cheese 'n peach cinnamon raisin kugel
PER SERVING (Вјth of kugel): 75 calories, 0.5g fat, 202mg sodium, 11g carbs, 2g fiber, 7g sugars, 6g protein

Ingredients