On 5/15/2010 2:03 PM, Sqwertz wrote:
> On Sat, 15 May 2010 14:52:37 -0400, Felice wrote:
>
>> Why?
>>
>> Felice
>
> Why not? It's food, and I like to experiment, no matter what it's
> reputation.
>
> -sw


I bought a 2# bag of it a few months ago at the Mexican grocer. Two
pounds is a lot. When rehydrated, it almost kind of looks like chunks
of canned tuna (flaked a bit) but spongier, and smells slightly of
dogfood. I made some vegan chili with it once that was actually pretty
good, but not nearly as good as using real meat.

I also tried using it in a protein shake with a banana and some frozen
strawberries. It tasted disturbingly meaty, and was a little gritty.

I've been using it up at work in quick lunches; I put a handful in a
large cup, add 1/2 of a large tomato bouillon cube and a little pepper,
and add boiling water. Let it sit for a minute or two to soften, stir,
and eat like ramen noodles but healthier.

Bob