Thanksgiving Favorites with Tofu

For all the hesitant tofu consumers out there, consider some cool benefits to using tofu in your recipes. It’s low in fat and sodium with no cholesterol.

Also, tofu is a more affordable source of protein than meat, especially if you’re cooking for a large group. Cubes of tofu can be added to soup to turn it into a main dish. Soft or silken tofu can even be used as a protein-rich base for dips or smoothies.

The eco side of tofu is that it doesn’t have as much impact on the environment as meat production. Even though rain forests are being cleared for growing soy, the majority of it is used to feed cattle! So, tofu is mostly guilt-free.

Use organic tofu for this seasonal favorite from tofu experts, House Foods.

Tofu “Punkin” Pie
(serves eight)

• 1 pkg (14 oz) House Foods Organic Tofu Firm
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 can (16 oz) cooked pumpkin
• 1 prepared graham cracker pie crust

To prepare:

• Preheat oven to 350°
• In a blender or food processor, add all ingredients and blend thoroughly.
• Pour mixture into pie crust; bake in a 350°F oven for 45 minutes or until set. Serve chilled.

Follow these links for other tofu recipes from House Foods: Creamy Pumpkin Soup (pictured) and Tofu Mushroom Spread.

(Recipes and images courtesy of House Foods)