How to Make Tofurkey (Tofu Not a Turkey)

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Prepare the tofu.

   One hour before cooking, mash the tofu and pack it into a colander lined with cheesecloth or a clean towel.
   
   Place the colander over a large bowl to catch the liquid from the tofu.
   
   Weigh it down with a heavy object such as a can or jar on top of a bowl or small plate.
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   Step 2: Make the stuffing.

   Sauté the onion and celery in the sesame oil.
   
   Mix the seasonings into the cubed bread.
   
   Combine everything, adding enough vegetable broth to moisten.
   
   Add nuts if desired. ,,, Remove the towel or cheesecloth. ,,,,
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   Step 3: Preheat the oven to 400ºF.

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   Step 4: Press the tofu with your hands to form a hollow center

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   Step 5: fill with the stuffing mixture

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   Step 6: and press down.

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   Step 7: Flip the tofu onto an oiled baking sheet.

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   Step 8: Baste the tofu with 3/4 of the sesame oil and soy sauce mixture.

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   Step 9: Cover with foil

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    Step 10: and bake for 1 hour.

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    Step 11: Remove the foil

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    Step 12: baste again with the remaining basting mixture

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    Step 13: return to the hot oven

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    Step 14: and bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until golden.

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    Step 15: Transfer to a serving platter and serve with gravy.

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