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Getting to Know Tofu

Tofu is a protein and fiber powerhouse that is endlessly versatile. Learn the best ways to use it in meatless meals.
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Getting to Know Tofu

About This Class

Tofu, a popular protein made from soybeans, is more than just a meat replacement used in vegan and plant-based dishes. With its clean, nutty, subtly sweet flavor, it makes an ideal canvas for other flavors. And because it is available in a variety of textures, it is endlessly versatile. While this chameleon-like quality makes tofu a great ingredient to keep on hand, it can make it difficult to determine the best type to use in any given recipe. In this class, we'll break down the different types of tofu and discuss the best cooking techniques to use based on their texture. Then, we'll put them to the test in a variety of delicious recipes. You'll learn how to s…

Meet Your Instructors

Author: Christie Morrison

Christie Morrison

Editorial Director, Classes

Christie Morrison is Editorial Director, Classes and an on-screen test cook for Cook’s Country. As editorial director, she creates the curriculum for ATK Classes and is executive producer for Classes video content. She has been a cooking class instructor since 2016. As a senior editor for Cook’s Country magazine from 2013 to 2016 and an associate editor on the Books team prior to that, she developed, tested, and edited recipes. Christie was also a culinary producer for Cook’s Country for the 2015 and 2016 seasons. Christie has a BA in English from Dickinson College and an MA in English from Bucknell University. A midcareer change brought her to Boston, where she received her culinary diploma from the Cambridge School of Culinary Arts (CSCA). In addition to teaching professional and recreational cooking classes at CSCA, Christie has worked in restaurants and catering kitchens in Boston.

Lessons

Class Progress

1Getting Started with Tofu

2Working with Tofu

3Cooking with Softer Types of Tofu

4Cooking with Firmer Types of Tofu

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