stavy asks:What is Tofu?

If you had Tofu that tasted vile, it wasn't prepared correctly. It picks up flavor from its surroundings, meaning a little seasoning goes a long way.

It is simply soy bean curd and is only as environmentally friendly as the processes used to grow the soy plants and create the Tofu.

Tofu is a rather bland tasting product that easily absorbs the flavours of the other ingredients. Tofu is sold in water-filled packs or in aseptic cartons. Fresh tofu is usually packaged in water and should be refrigerated and kept in water until used. If the water is drained and changed daily, the tofu should last for one week. Tofu can be frozen for up to three months. Freezing will change its texture however, it will make the tofu slightly chewier.

Tofu is a good punch of protein and takes on the flavors of what it is cooked with. I prefer it with spicy foods, but that's me.

There is a meatless hot dog on the market called Yves Tofu Dog and it is well-seasoned and rather evocative of Oscar Meyer. It tastes mighty fine, especially with fresh chopped onions and some mustard. Bon Apetit!