Tofu Parmigiana

Ingredients

• 0.5 cups seasoned bread crumbs
• 5 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano , divided
• salt to taste
• ground black pepper to taste
• 1 , 12 ounce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 , 8 ounce
• 0.5 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 clove garlic , minced
• 4 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon oregano, salt, and black pepper.

2. 2

   Slice tofu into 1/4 inch thick slices, and place in bowl of cold water. One at a time, press tofu slices into crumb mixture, turning to coat all sides.

3. 3

   Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook tofu slices until crisp on one side. Drizzle with a bit more olive oil, turn, and brown on the other side.

4. 4

   Combine tomato sauce, basil, garlic, and remaining oregano. Place a thin layer of sauce in an 8 inch square baking pan. Arrange tofu slices in the pan. Spoon remaining sauce over tofu. Top with shredded mozzarella and remaining 3 tablespoons Parmesan.

5. 5

   Bake at 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) for 20 minutes.