You won’t miss meat a bit in these delicious comfort-food dishes
Written byElaine JohnsonJune 2, 2015
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Mushroom and Fresh Herb Lasagna
It takes a little time to cook the rich béchamel (white sauce), concentrate the flavors in the mushrooms, and assemble the lasagna, but the results are worth it.
Why "ultimate"? Because the sauce is creamy, not grainy; it's flavored with shallots, gruyère, and white wine, like fondue; and it's topped with crunchy sourdough bread crumbs.
For the mildest flavor, choose a full-fat, creamy blue like gorgonzola and a lager-style beer; or go for a tangy Danish blue and an IPA-style beer if you’d like a more robust dish.
Pan-searing sliced tofu gives it a meatiness that’s deliciously offset by crunchy vegetables, a drizzle of salty black bean sauce, and a bed of chewy rice noodles.
Stir-Fried Thick and Thin Noodles with Vegetables and Tofu (Pancit)
Our version of this Filipino favorite is based on a garlicky, peppery one at House of Sisig in Daly City, California. Substitute vegetable broth for chicken.
Browning tofu in a little oil gives it a more complex flavor; the tofu also develops a crisp surface that contrasts nicely with the tender noodles and tender-crisp bok choy.