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Sun-Dried Tomato & Walnuts Tossed with Penne Pasta

Sun-Dried Tomato & Walnuts Tossed with Penne Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes

Servings

4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 2 cloves pressed garlic
  • 1/3 cup lightly toasted chopped walnuts
  • 3/4 cup minced bottled sun-dried tomatoes, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 8 ounces Extra-firm tofu
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

Preparation

  • 1 In a large saucepan, bring 3 quarts of water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package directions.2 As the pasta cooks, prepare the sauce. Place the pressed garlic in a large bowl. Add the walnuts, sun-dried tomatoes, oil and basil. Mash in the tofu and mix well with a spoon.3 When the pasta is ready, drain, and add to the mixture in large bowl. Toss all ingredients until pasta is well-coated. Pour onto a platter and serve at room temperature or chilled.
  • Source: Wheat Foods Council