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Book Review of The Book of Tofu

The Book of Tofu
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(From back cover) Amazingly versatile, ideal for weight control, low in saturated fats and cholesterol free, tofu is widely available in America today. This beautifully illustrated book is a complete guide to tofu, its forms, its traditions, including: 250 Gourmet Recipes from East and West - Soups, salads, dressings, sauces, main dishes, casseroles, barbecued and deep-fried specialties, and desserts; easy-to-follow instructions for making 7 varieties of tofu at home; a clear, scientific guide to nutritional benefits; a definitive guide to soyfoods, Japanese foods, and sources in the United States. The protein backbone of East Asian diets, tofu offers an ideal answer to the protein problem for millions of nutrition-conscious Americans. Natural and inexpensive, quick and easy to prepare, an inspiration to creative cookery, tofu is a miraculous addition to the American menu, a food of the future.