# @pacificfoods on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/Cr8ym1hJO7m
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/30041747-pacificfoods-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2023-05-07T17:12:28.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Pacific Foods (@pacificfoods) — https://gondola.cc/pacificfoods

## Caption

Rise and shine, it’s brunch time! 
This flavorful and Middle Eastern-inspired dish is sure to be the talk of the town, especially when using our Vegan Creamy Tomato Basil Soup ☀️ 
#SpecificallyPacific #PacificFoods

RECIPE: 

-1 handful cilantro or parsley, chopped to garnish
-14 ounces firm or extra firm tofu
-1/2 cup raw cashews
-2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
-1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
-1/4 cup bottled or canned lemon juice
-1 teaspoon sea salt
-1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
-1 yellow onion, diced
-1 red bell pepper, diced
-3 cloves garlic, minced
-1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds
-1/2 teaspoon cumin
-1 pinch ground nutmeg
-1/2 teaspoon paprika
-2 cups Pacific Foods™ Organic Vegan Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
-1 tomato, chopped
-1/2 teaspoon sea salt
-1/2 teaspoon black pepper

STEP 1
Prepare vegan ricotta: Combine tofu, cashews, chopped garlic, first amount of oil and the lemon juice in a food processor or blender and process until fairly smooth, some grainy texture is ok. Pause to scrape down as needed. Season with first amount of salt. Transfer to a sealed container and store in the fridge until ready to use. It lasts about 7 to 10 days. It can be frozen, but the texture may change slightly. 

STEP 2
Heat a skillet over medium and add the second amount of olive oil and the onion. Sauté until the onions are translucent and lightly browned, about 6 minutes. 

STEP 3
Add the bell pepper and minced garlic to the onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes to soften. Stir in the ground coriander, cumin, nutmeg and paprika.

STEP 4
Add the soup and tomato and let come to a simmer. Simmer until reduced and thickened slightly and the tomato has broken down, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste (I used 1/2 teaspoon salt). 

STEP 5
Dollop on the vegan ricotta and garnish with herbs. Serve with toast or pita on the side!

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