ingredients are as follows : 1/2 cup textured vegetable protein (TVP) flakes or granules 1/2 cup boiling water 8 ounces spaghetti 2 teaspoons olive oil 3/4 cup chopped onions 1 garlic clove, minced 1 cup chopped mushrooms 2 cups tomato sauce 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves 1 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves salt to taste

Recipe: Place the TVP in a mixing bowl and pour the boiling water over it. Mix well and set aside.

Cook pasta, drain, and set aside in a serving bowl.

Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium to high heat. When the oil is hot, add the onion and garlic and sauté for 10 minutes. Then add the mushrooms and TVP, and sauté for 5 more minutes. Stir in the remaining sauce ingredients and bring the sauce to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 - 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Pour the sauce over the pasta and mix well.