During the winter months, I’m sure most North Easterners avoid bundling up and running to the BBQ to cook!  Thankfully, I have a cast iron grilling skillet that is superb for grilling indoors during the winter months (okay, I use it during the summer too!).  This complete nutritious meal cooks up in about 30 minutes & is packed full of nutrition!

Ingredients (serves 4):

• 1 package extra firm organic tofu, such as Nasoya’s Sprouted Super Firm, drained & sliced 1/2 inch thick (or to your liking)
• 10 oz Baby Spring Green Mix, washed
• 1 handful of strawberries, diced
• 1 batch of my Mustard Balsamic Dressing
• 2 lbs potatoes, washed & cubed
• 2 Tablespoons fresh sage, minced
• 4 cloves garlic
• 2 Tablespoons non-dairy butter / or Extra virgin olive oil
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Optional: 1/3 Cup non-dairy milk (for creamier potatoes)
• Tofu Steak Dry Rub:
  • 2 Tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 Tablespoon smoked paprika
  • Optional: Cayenne pepper, for heat

Directions:

1. Heat your greased skillet to medium-high heat.  In a small bowl, combine the spices for your dry rub & dredge both sides of each tofu steak.  Place in your skillet and cook on each side for 5-7 minutes, until grilled.  Set aside.
2. Bring a large pot of water to boil for your cubed potatoes.  Boil your potatoes & garlic cloves until they are tender with a fork, about 15-20 minutes. Once drained, place your potatoes & garlic cloves back into your cooking pot and add your sage, non-dairy butter, & non-dairy milk (if using), salt & pepper to taste.  It’s time to roll up our sleeves and whip up these ‘taters!  I like to get my arm busy & mash them with my potato masher (you can also use an electric mixer, but I find it more satisfying by smashing & whipping them by hand. Call me an old fashioned gal!).  Now, grab a spoon and taste a bite to see if you need to adjust any spicing.
3. To assemble your salad, toss your greens & diced strawberries to combine.  Drizzle with your balsamic dressing & toss.  Add fresh pepper if you desire. 

4. Enjoy eating whole!

Complete with my Strawberry S’mores Cupcakes in the background!