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| Normal People Eat Tofu, Too was written for people who are looking for a healthier alternative than that of meat or poultry. We all know how important a healthy, balanced diet can be. However, when we give up meat and poultry, we seek alternatives to get the protein our bodies need--but how? The soybean is the only legume which offers us "complete" protein. When you combine soy with any whole grain, you are getting the complete protein your body needs. In fact, if you combine rice and soybeans, you have a perfectly balanced meal. It is just that simple, but who wants to eat rice and beans all the time? That's why I wrote Normal People Eat Tofu, Too. The recipes are simple and easy to make. This is basically: Tofu-101! You won't need any special ingredients; just use everyday, normal ingredients that you already have in your kitchen--such as spaghetti sauce, hamburger helper, or stir-fry veggies! So, if you have always wanted to try tofu, but you had no clue about what to do with the little squiggly tub of stuff once you brought it home, your waiting is finally over! Anything and everything you have always wanted to know about tofu is about to be yours for only $12.00. (Shipping, handling and postage are included in the price.) You can also purchase my cookbook as an e-book! I can e-mail it to you. When you need a recipe, just pull it up on the screen or print the page. How easy is that? The price for the e-book (because no shipping, handling or postage is involved) is only $6.00 Cynthia Hizer reported the book as: "Folksy and worthy of purchasing."  To purchase your copy of Normal People Eat Tofu, Too simply click here on the PayPal "Buy Now" tab or you can take a look around and make your purchase at the bottom of this page. You can also send your request via e-mail to: TO PREVIEW my cookbook-- go to : Lulu.com You can purchase it there, as well. |
Cookbook cover and interior art work were designed by Michelle Bearden. Michelle may be contacted through She is available to work with you on company logos, art work, and design ideas. tofu cookbooks, tofu cookbook authors, vegetarian cookbooks with tofu, tofu recipes, tofu cookbooks, how to use tofu, what is tofu, tofu, books on tofu, LISTED BELOW IS THE "TABLE OF CONTENTS" FROM MY COOKBOOK, FOLLOWED BY A FEW SAMPLE RECIPES Art work by: Michelle Bearden HERE ARE SOME SAMPLE RECIPES I WANT TO SHARE WITH YOU STRAWBERRY VINAIGRETTE 
Ingredients:
1 lb.- frozen strawberries *(thawed)
1/4-cup honey
2- Tbs. balsamic Vinegar
1/2-cup olive oil
1/4 -cup Vidalia, Texas Sweet, or sweet onion
1- clove garlic
Directions:
Place all ingredients into a blender and place setting on "liquefy" for about 30 seconds.
This compliments any salad.
Just a note: To make this even more special, you can toast some sesame seeds in a little butter and sprinkle on top of the salad.
* One more note: If you make this in the summertime, don’t completely thaw the strawberries and put them in the blender semi-thawed. When you pour the dressing over the lettuce, it will crisp it up something fierce, and cool you down on a hot day!
Caution: You will not be able to stop eating!
MARINATED TOFU
Ingredients:
1-container firm tofu, drained (frozen and thawed) fresh is fine, too
3/4 -cup light, low sodium soy sauce
1/4- cup balsamic vinegar
1- tsp. honey
1/4- tsp. red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions:
Slice tofu into four even slices. Place tofu in a bowl and pour marinade over it. Let it absorb the marinade for at least 30 minutes, but overnight is best.
Place tofu into a large baking dish lightly coated with vegetable oil, and bake at 400 degrees on top rack in oven for 20 minutes.
Serve on sub-rolls with light mayonnaise, Muenster cheese, fresh mustard greens and sprouts.
Just a note: You can warm the marinade in the microwave and drizzle a little of it over
the sandwich.
EASY CHILI WITH TOFU
Ingredients:
3-Tbs. extra virgin olive oil
1-15.5 oz can Black Beans, drained and rinsed
1-8 oz can tomato sauce
1- 28 oz. can diced stewed tomatoes
1 – Tbs. Tomato Paste
2- cans vegetable broth
1- container of extra-firm tofu- cut into small cubes
1- large onion-sliced
2- cloves garlic-minced
1- large bell pepper –any color- diced
1-tsp. crushed red pepper
1- Tbs. chili powder
1- Tbs. red wine vinegar
1- Tbs. cumin
1- Tsp. cilantro
1/4-cup honey
Directions:
Place three tablespoons of oil in a large Dutch oven or stock pot. Add the tofu, onions, and bell pepper. Saute on high heat for about 7 minutes. Toss in garlic and sauté for about 3 minutes longer, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add all remaining ingredients and simmer for about an hour.
Serve with whole grain crackers and a small amount of shredded cheese on top, or a dollop of sour cream. This meal will is not only delicious, but it supplies complete protein, to boot!
TOFU JOES
Ingredients:
1- container of extra-firm tofu
1- large onion
1- can of your favorite canned Sloppy Joe sauce
1 – 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes
Directions:
Open tofu, drain and wrap in paper towels until moisture is absorbed.
Crumble or dice the tofu and place in skillet. Add onions, and sauté in oil until golden brown.
Carefully add Sloppy Joe sauce and diced tomatoes. Simmer for about 15 minutes. You want the sugars in the tomatoes to caramelize and this will also thicken the sauce. Now, how easy is that?
Just a note: this is great when served on a whole wheat roll slathered in your mayonnaise, or over brown rice.
FRIED PROVOLONE CHEESE WITH LETTUCE AND TOMATOES
Ingredients:
2-slices provolone cheese
2-slices fresh tomato
Romaine Lettuce
Miracle Whip
Directions:
Place a non-greased, non-stick skillet over medium-high flame.
Place the provolone cheese slices in skillet, careful not to let the slices touch each other.
Let the outer edges get nice and dark, and the middle of the cheese bubble (sort of like you’re making pancakes).
Carefully flip each slice and continue until cheese is a dark golden brown.
Place on bread slices generously slathered with Miracle Whip; add sliced tomatoes, and lettuce. Salt and pepper to taste.
Yum! That’ll be all you can say, because this is so delicious- you’ll be speechless!
SUNDAY BRUNCH GRITS CASSEROLE
Ingredients:
1-cup grits (uncooked)
4- cups water
1- tsp. salt
1- small onion - finely chopped
3- Tbs. butter
1- clove garlic- minced
2- cups sharp cheddar cheese
1- 6 oz. jar sliced mushrooms (drained)
1/2-cup heavy cream
1- jar or can of any of the following: vegetarian minced meat pie filling, fig preserves, Dutch apples, or your favorite fruit topping. (Reserve for topping)
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400. In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil and add salt and grits. Lower heat, cover grits and simmer for approximately 8-10 minutes, stirring often, until completely cooked and thickened.
While the grits cook, sauté onions, garlic and mushrooms until tender.
Place the fruit topping in a small saucepan and simmer to warm.
Add cooked vegetables to grits, and stir in remaining ingredients. Mix well, and place in a 2-quart rectangular casserole dish. Bake at 400 for 20 minutes.
Remove cooked casserole, place in a warm area, and let sit for about 15 minutes. Top randomly with heaping tablespoons of warmed fruit topping. To that, you can add sprigs of fresh mint, and a couple of cinnamon sticks. Cut in squares, drizzle with left over fruit syrup, or melted butter, and serve.
Note: This can be made a day ahead of time. Just follow all the directions, and refrigerate. You can reheat in the oven, or microwave.
This is an excellent alternative to your ordinary Sunday Morning grits!
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