Tofu “Cheesy” Delight

Ingredients:

• 1 block of tofu
• 1 cup of shredded cheese

Optional Extra

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup of diced bell peppers
• 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast
• 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon of smoked paprika

Preparation & Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Method:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Drain and press the tofu to remove excess liquid, using a tofu press or placing the tofu between two plates with a weight on top for 15 minutes. Then slice the tofu into 1/2-inch thick rectangles.
3. If using the optional bell peppers, sauté them in a non-stick pan over medium heat until slightly softened.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the shredded cheese, nutritional yeast (if using), garlic powder (if using), and smoked paprika (if using).
5. Place the tofu slices onto the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle them generously with the cheese mixture.
6. If using the optional sautéed bell peppers, distribute them evenly on top of the cheese-covered tofu slices.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Equipment Needed:

• Tofu press or plates with weight
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Non-stick pan (if using optional bell peppers)

Nutritional Information Per Serving:

Calories: 200

Protein: 15g

Carbohydrates: 10g

Fat: 12g

Note: Nutritional information is approximate and may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.