Last night I made an attempt at making one of my favorite dishes from before I went vegan. I just changed up a few things and veganized it so I could enjoy this delicious novelty! Here's the recipe:
1 box/package of ziti
1 lb. spicy Italian sausage
1 package of mushrooms
1 (or 2, depending on how cheesy you want it) package Italian blend cheese, or mozzerella
2 jars marinara
Any other veggies you wish to add...green peppers would be a very good addition!
Cook ziti using direction on box/package. While ziti is cooking, brown the sausage. Once the sausage is almost done cooking add the mushrooms. Add the marinara to the sausage and mushroom mixture. Simmer until warm.
When the ziti is done cooking, combine the marinara mixture with the noodles. In a baking pan, spray with Pam. Add one layer of noodles, then a layer of cheese. Add another layer of noodles, then one more layer of cheese. Layer as many times as you'd like, I usually do two layers.
Bake at 375 degrees for 30-45 minutes, until cheese is browned and edges are crispy!
Enjoy!
Here's the veganized version:
1 box/package of brown rice/whole wheat ziti
1 lb. vegan Italian sausage (I prefer Field Roast)
1 package of mushrooms
1 package of Daiya mozzerella cheese
2 jars marinara
It's pretty similar, I'm just substituting the non-vegan items for vegan items. Done and done! The cooking directions are the same, but the vegan Italian sausage doesn't take very long to cook.
I have yet to find a vegan cheese that actually tastes good. I thought I had found it with this Daiya brand, but that's a big negatory. It's not stringy like regular cheese. Someone please help me find this cheese! I know, I'll invent it myself. Who's with me?
1 comment:
Nice! The best of both worlds.
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