Food for Fuel: Baked Curried Tofu

Here’s something I made back when my computer wasn’t working.  I *think* I remember the recipe.  I do remember that it was good. Baked Curried Tofu 1 block of extra firm tofu, blotted and sliced 1/4 egg whites 1/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs Curry powder, salt, and pepper to taste Preheat oven to 425*.  Pour egg [...]

Food for Fuel: Tofu and Brie Grilled Cheese Sandwich

I’ve been craving cheesy food lately, but that’s not really a new thing.  I bought brie while grocery shopping yesterday, which is a rare purchase for me, and wanted to try it right away.  I had some baked tofu leftover from an unblogworthy stir-fry, so the tofu grilled cheese was born.  Perfect for cold weather. [...]

Bittman Challenge: Stir-fried Vegetables, Fish Tacos, Salsa, and Cinnamon Toast

Apparently the inability to type frees up time to cook.  I knocked out four recipes on Tuesday and Thursday.  So what if one of them was toast! Stir-Fried Vegetables I’m doing quite well with the essential recipes in the Vegetables and Fruit chapter.  I turned this one into a complete meal by adding tofu, an [...]

Bittman Challenge: Clayuda

I’ve never heard of clayuda, yet Bittman considers it “essential.” After making it for lunch yesterday, I can see why. It’s a “tortilla with black bean puree.” I think most Texans would call it a chalupa.  Unfortunately, I can’t find the recipe online and didn’t change it, except I added a Morningstar veggie burger instead [...]

Bittman Challenge: Stir-Fried Chicken with Cabbage, Tuna Salad, and Just Tender Boiled Vegetables

It hasn’t all been cookies, people. I have a long way to go with my Bittman Challenge, but I’m making progress. Looks like Matt is trying out some Essential Recipes of his own. Hopefully he doesn’t cook as fast as he runs or he might beat me through them. *Shakes fist* Stir-Fried Chicken with Cabbage [...]