Crispy Tofu Sticks with Marinara

Ingredients

• 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
• 0.5 cup coarsely cornflakes crushed
• 0.1 teaspoon pepper red crushed
• 2 large egg whites lightly beaten
• 1 pound extra-firm tofu 
• 2 teaspoons penzey's southwest seasoning italian
• 1 cup tomatoes such as Classico
• 3 tablespoons onion instant minced
• 1 ounce parmesan cheese fresh grated
• 0.5 teaspoon salt divided
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 
• 1 tablespoon water 

Equipment

• bowl
• frying pan
• baking sheet
• paper towels
• oven
• whisk
• microwave

Directions

1. Wrap tofu block in several layers of heavy-duty paper towels. Press with a heavy object for about 30 minutes to remove excess water.
2. Remove paper towels, pat tofu dry, and cut lengthwise into 8 slices.
3. Cut each slice crosswise into 3 sticks.
4. Place egg whites in a shallow dish.
5. Add 1 tablespoon water; stir well with a whisk.
6. Combine cornflakes, cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and next 3 ingredients; stir until well blended. Dip 1 tofu stick into egg white mixture; dredge in cornflakes mixture, covering all sides. Repeat procedure with remaining tofu sticks, egg white mixture, and cornflakes mixture.
7. Preheat oven to 45
8. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
9. Add tofu sticks, and cook 3 minutes or until lightly browned. Turn tofu sticks over and place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
10. Bake at 450 for 12 minutes or until coating is crispy and sticks are thoroughly heated.
11. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
12. Combine marinara sauce and red pepper in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave at HIGH 2 minutes, stirring after 1 minute.
13. Serve tofu sticks immediately with sauce.