Tofu Dogs

Of the many of the "faux" meat products available on the vegan market, tofu dogs seem to be one of the more difficult items to replicate in its vegan form. Some are too rubbery or have a weird aftertaste, but, for those who loved hot dogs before their meat-eating days were over, never fear! Smart Dogs, a brand of tofu dogs and other fake meat products, has a delicious, vegan tofu dog that is the perfect replacement!

While one great way to enjoy the yumminess of your newly discovered tofu dog is to roast it over an open fire while sipping from sweet chocolate soymilk from a thermos, another great way to put these pups to use is to make tofu-dogs-in-a-blanket! The Vegan Family Cookbook by Brian P. McCarthy offers a tasty home-made recipe for dough to wrap those tofu dogs in; it's quick and easy, a perfect addition to any meal that fits into a hectic lifestyle. Enjoy!

1 pack of 8 tofu dogs
3 1/2 cups flour
5 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 tsp. salt
3/5 cup extra light olive oil

Preheat oven to 450 F

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. With a spoon, stir in the soy milk and oil. Stir until just moistened.
3. On a floured surface, roll out dough to 12 x 16 inches.
4. Cut into 8 rectangular piece, 4 x 3 inches each.
5. Wrap one piece of dough around each tofu dog.
6. Place on oiled cookie sheet.

Bake for 15 minutes or until toothpick inserted in middle of dough comes out clean.

Note: I usually end up with plenty of extra dough (the recipe makes a lot!), and a great way to use up this extra dough is to make small biscuits! They take the same time to cook and taste great with a dab of vegan margarine!