How to make basil tofu ricotta

Trust me this is a great tasting vegan substitute for ricotta cheese!

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To press tofu put in dish w/ couple paper towels under & on top & place bowl on top. Let sit for 20-25 mins. Might have to change paper towels part of way through.

To press tofu put in dish w/ couple paper towels under & on top & place bowl on top. Let sit for 20-25 mins. Might have to change paper towels part of way through.

In a large bowl, mash tofu with your hands until crumbly.

In a large bowl, mash tofu with your hands until crumbly.

Add lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano & basil.

Add lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano & basil.

Mix well with hands until it reaches the consistency of ricotta.

Mix well with hands until it reaches the consistency of ricotta.

Add olive oil & stir w/ a fork.

Add olive oil & stir w/ a fork.

Add parma & mix all ingredients w/ a fork. Cover & refrigerate until ready to use.

  • 1.0lb firm tofu, pressed
  • 2.0tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1.0Tbsp minced garlic
  • 1/4tsp ground sea salt
  • 1.0 dash ground black pepper
  • 1.0Tbsp dried basil
  • 1/2Tbsp dried oregano
  • 2.0Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1/4c Parma Vegan Parmesan Cheese
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