Giant Book Of Tofu Cooking: 350 Delicious & Healthful Recipes (Paperback)

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It's been the super food of the East for at least two millennia, and it's finally made a name for itself here. No matter what dish it's added to--from soups to desserts--tofu makes the meal healthier and better. On its own, this soft, white beancurd has virtually no taste, but it has a remarkable ability to "drink up' the flavors and seasonings it's marinated in. Plus, tofu comes in different textures, so it's a perfect substitute for meat, fish, cheese, or eggs. You've probably heard of its almost miraculous ability to lower the risks for heart disease, cancer, and according to the newest research, Alzheimer's, but you may not have known how to prepare it. This comprehensive, all-vegetarian tofu cookbook celebrates tofu's versatility 350 ways, with easy-to-follow recipes that will expand your horizons and tickle your tastebuds: Tofruitty smoothies, Tofu huevos rancheros, banana bread, mock tuna salad, tofu "crab" cakes, tropical cheesecake escape, and even pecan pie!

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Product Details Paperback: 256 pages Publisher: Sterling (September 1, 2000) Language: English ISBN-10: 080692957X ISBN-13: 978-0806929576 Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.5 x 0.7 inches Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #122,001 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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15 Reviews 5 star:  (9) 4 star:  (1) 3 star:  (1) 2 star:  (3) 1 star:  (1)           Average Customer Review 3.9 out of 5 stars (15 customer reviews)		Share your thoughts with other customers:
Most Helpful Customer Reviews 102 of 103 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Could be called the "Encyclopedia of Tofu", January 31, 2001 By  Rachel Himes (Indiana, Pennsylvania USA) - See all my reviews I was quite surprised by the sheer size of this book. It is quite large and contains over 250 pages, most of which are recipes. There is a brief introduction to various types of tofu and methods that affect texture, flavor, etc. There are also several pages on the variety of soy products currently available on the market and how to use them. As with most cookbooks, recipes are divided into tofu basics, breakfasts, appetizers, soups, salads, lunch and dinner, dressings, sauces and spreads, desserts, and a metric conversions chart, if you're interested. There is no lack of diversity in flavors here. There are plenty of "normal" recipes and creative variations thereof, as well as Indian, Mexcian, Thai, Chinese, Japanese, Italian, and a few others. Some are highly seasoned, others are very basic. Unlike some books I've seen, these don't look like 200 variations on the same recipe. There are color photographs every couple of pages and literally hundreds of recipes. Some emphasize tofu very strongly as a main ingredient and other incorporate it as one in many. There are definitely recipes here for those who LOVE the taste and texture of tofu, and plenty for those who want it in their diets but would prefer to not know it's there. ALL of these recipes are vegetarian, and many are vegan. There is no fish, or meat broths of any kind. Still, some are very quick recipes and some more complicated. The recipes are typed in a medium-sized print which is easy to read, and the steps are separated by spaces and numbered, making directions easier to follow. Quite a number of these recipes are also low in fat. There is definitely something here for everyone. I think it's an impressive and noteworthy collection in which many people would be satisfied. It is more than worth the price. 55 of 55 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars The best tofu cook book I own., July 8, 2001 By A Customer I got this book as a gift last Christmas and I have made about ten or so of the recipies and they all came out wonderfully. Just about all of the dishes are very simple to make and don't have a lot of complicated ingredients. There is a short bit at the front which teaches you about tofu and how to work with it. This book has dishes for every taste including Mexican, Indian, Middle Eastern and Italian. It has an incredible breakfast food section and a fabulous dessert section as well. If you love the taste and texture of tofu or if you want to start eating tofu but don't want it to be the main focus of the dish this book has everything. I can't rave about this book enough. The authors obviously did a lot of research to compile such a fine collection or recipies and I can honestly say it is the best tofu book in my collection. 26 of 28 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Great for the Beginner, January 31, 2002 By  Maureen Reeder "M Reeder" (Palm Bay, Fl USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This book has easy recipes and an overview of the different textures of tofu that are available. A great book for the beginner with some delicious and easy recipes.		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Tofu Cookbook This is a wonderful cookbook for anyone who wants to learn to cook with Tofu. I used to only use Tofu once in a while, now since finding this book, first at my local Library, then... Read more Published 1 month ago by Sandi D. Lowry 5.0 out of 5 stars Great Condition, Prompt Shipment This great recipe book arrived in terrific condition and is chock full of truly wonderful recipes, some I've tried before getting the book. Read more Published 6 months ago by Deborah Kolaras 5.0 out of 5 stars Endless What a help in cooking for my vegetarian friends and family! I've added my own variations, but I always know where to start. Published 10 months ago by Janet Gari 5.0 out of 5 stars Tofu Is Not Just for Vegetarians! The wonderful recipes in this cookbook would stand alone to please a cook who is looking for healthy and delicious meals. Read more Published on August 23, 2007 by Elizabeth A. Day 2.0 out of 5 stars Tofu for people who don't like tofu The title of my review basically summarizes my overall impression of this book. The recipies included may cover everything from breakfast to dinner to desserts and drinks, but the... Read more Published on January 20, 2007 by Nicole N. Pellegrini 1.0 out of 5 stars Why was this piece of trash called into existence? I do not believe I have ever read a worse vegetarian cookbook. The authors seem to not actually like tofu as a food. Read more Published on May 24, 2006 by V. Jones 2.0 out of 5 stars Not Worth It I do not recommend this cookbook at all. It has a lot of colorful photos and an appealing layout, but like another reviewer stated, there is no nutritional information. Read more Published on March 14, 2006 by Katie Miranda 2.0 out of 5 stars Just wasn't for us... I had a Tofu cookbook that I got from Sunset years and years ago that was far superior to this book. Read more Published on January 7, 2006 by Cindy Brock 3.0 out of 5 stars Got it and returned it on the same day... I can see why people like this book because it has a huge variety of recipes. However, I really wanted a tofu cookbook that would teach me how to SUBSTITUTE tofu in my cooking... Read more Published on January 3, 2006 by Beth R. 5.0 out of 5 stars Even tofu haters would like these recipes This is the best tofu book I have ever found. And the biggest! The recipes are very easy to follow with ingredients that are easy to find and have on hand. Read more Published on March 21, 2005 by rain2lightening Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Sterling (September 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 080692957X
• ISBN-13: 978-0806929576
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #122,001 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

102 of 103 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Could be called the "Encyclopedia of Tofu", January 31, 2001

By	Rachel Himes (Indiana, Pennsylvania USA) - See all my reviews

I was quite surprised by the sheer size of this book. It is quite large and contains over 250 pages, most of which are recipes. There is a brief introduction to various types of tofu and methods that affect texture, flavor, etc. There are also several pages on the variety of soy products currently available on the market and how to use them. As with most cookbooks, recipes are divided into tofu basics, breakfasts, appetizers, soups, salads, lunch and dinner, dressings, sauces and spreads, desserts, and a metric conversions chart, if you're interested. There is no lack of diversity in flavors here. There are plenty of "normal" recipes and creative variations thereof, as well as Indian, Mexcian, Thai, Chinese, Japanese, Italian, and a few others. Some are highly seasoned, others are very basic. Unlike some books I've seen, these don't look like 200 variations on the same recipe. There are color photographs every couple of pages and literally hundreds of recipes. Some emphasize tofu very strongly as a main ingredient and other incorporate it as one in many. There are definitely recipes here for those who LOVE the taste and texture of tofu, and plenty for those who want it in their diets but would prefer to not know it's there. ALL of these recipes are vegetarian, and many are vegan. There is no fish, or meat broths of any kind. Still, some are very quick recipes and some more complicated. The recipes are typed in a medium-sized print which is easy to read, and the steps are separated by spaces and numbered, making directions easier to follow. Quite a number of these recipes are also low in fat. There is definitely something here for everyone. I think it's an impressive and noteworthy collection in which many people would be satisfied. It is more than worth the price.

55 of 55 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best tofu cook book I own., July 8, 2001

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I got this book as a gift last Christmas and I have made about ten or so of the recipies and they all came out wonderfully. Just about all of the dishes are very simple to make and don't have a lot of complicated ingredients. There is a short bit at the front which teaches you about tofu and how to work with it. This book has dishes for every taste including Mexican, Indian, Middle Eastern and Italian. It has an incredible breakfast food section and a fabulous dessert section as well. If you love the taste and texture of tofu or if you want to start eating tofu but don't want it to be the main focus of the dish this book has everything. I can't rave about this book enough. The authors obviously did a lot of research to compile such a fine collection or recipies and I can honestly say it is the best tofu book in my collection.

26 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for the Beginner, January 31, 2002

By	Maureen Reeder "M Reeder" (Palm Bay, Fl USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book has easy recipes and an overview of the different textures of tofu that are available. A great book for the beginner with some delicious and easy recipes.