The Philosopher's Cut: 6 oz Tofu Steak

Many shy away from tofu and consider it tasteless and unfit for most palates.  This couldn't be further from the truth.  In today's tough economic times, tofu is a wonderful alternative to other more expensive proteins. Extra firm tofu holds up to many recipes and will take on a myriad of flavors.

The below tofu steak was cooked over a high heat grill for 5 minutes per side with blue cheese added to the top in the final 2 minutes of cooking.  The "steak sauce" was a peanut sauce available in the Asian foods aisle of most stores.

The tofu steak cost between $0.79 and $0.89.  Paired with some grilled organic green onions and an ear of grilled corn, it made for a VERY reasonably priced, and surprisingly satisfying meal.

When looking for some great foods to grill this summer, be sure to put extra firm tofu on your list!