Tofu Bacon

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb extra firm organic tofu, about a 1-in by 4-in block

• 1 Tbsp brown sugar

• 1/4 cup low-sodium tamari sauce

• 1/3 cup water

• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

• Dash liquid smoke (optional)

Instructions

1. Cut tofu block into 1/8-inch slices. In a shallow glass baking pan, combine sugar, tamari, water, pepper and liquid smoke. Mix well. Add tofu slices and marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

2. Preheat oven to 375F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with olive oil. Lay tofu slices on baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, or until crispy on top. Turn and bake 5 more minutes. Remove from oven and cool. Serve 3 slices.