Tempeh "Parmigiana"

Sauce:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 shallot
- 3/4 lb. tomatoes, peeled, seeded, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- salt and pepper to taste

Heat the olive oil and cook the shallot until softened. Add the other ingredients and simmer for 15 minutes. Note: you can use a store bought spaghetti sauce if you do not have the time or ingredients to do the home made one.

Spaghetti:
Prepare a small serving of spaghetti (according to package directions) for each person.

Breaded tempeh
- 1 pkg tempeh
- 2 cups fresh bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup of flour
- 1 tsp salt
- freshly ground pepper
- 1/2 cup soy beverage
- olive oil
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese (real or vegan)

Tempeh usually comes in 4" squares. Cut each square horizontally to make 2 pieces that are about 1/4" thick. Cut each square diagonally to make 2 triangles. This will yield 8 pieces
Mix together the flour, salt and pepper. Arrange the flour mixture, the breadcrumbs, and the soy beverage on three separate plates. Dredge the tempeh pieces in the flour mixture , then dip into the soy. Then dredge them in the fresh bread crumbs, pressing them to ensure that the crumbs adhere.
Using a non-stick pan and medium heat, brown the tempeh pieces in olive oil on each side (approx. 3-4 minutes per side.)
Place the tempeh on a baking dish. Spread about half of the sauce over the tempeh. Add a 1/2 piece of mozzarella cheese (real or vegan) to each tempeh piece and place under the broiler for 3-5 minutes. Serve with the spaghetti and remaining sauce. Serves 4.