I LOVE Tofu!!! Ok, so those words probably induced one of three responses from you 1) you were confused and don't understand why anyone would ever eat tofu 2) you threw up a little bit in your mouth because tofu ranks way up high on your list of nastiness or 3) you let out a big cheer because you too are a tofu lover.
For those of you who might not understand eating tofu, allow me to explain myself. Tofu is an incredibly cheap protein to buy. It is versatile. It is loaded with protein and calcium (good stuff for everyone.) And it takes on the flavor of whatever it is cooked with.
This recipe is my very favorite way to eat tofu and to me it is a heavenly little lunch to eat in the middle of my day. When I say "little" though, please don't take that to mean that it isn't completely and utterly filling and satisfying.
Open Faced Tofu Sandwich Recipe
1/4 cup tofu cut into small cubes (I have used both soft and firm, it really doesn't make any difference)
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (reduced fat cheese is a good choice)
1 medium tomato diced small
Salt to taste (be generous)
1 piece of bread toasted
Combine first 4 ingredients in a small bowl and mash well with a fork. You want to crush those cubes of tofu up. Microwave for 30-40 seconds, stirring once mid-way through. Once mixture seems warmed and cheese is beginning to melt, top your piece of toast with it. Place under broiler until cheese is toasty and begins to bubble.
This is a giant dose of ooey gooey cheesy, tomatoey goodness. This is a healthy way to satisfy your need for comfort food and you really don't even know the tofu is there except that it gives more volume to the deliciousness. Seriously, I could eat this for lunch every single day and be a happy, happy woman!
