Comfort Cooking by a Caregiver: Carrot and Tofu Saute

For the past week, I've been cooking more than usual. Maybe it's because there's a little bit of autumn in the air and it feels good to spend time in the kitchen, maybe it's because my creativity is being pulled in that direction, maybe it's because I have a bounty of organic veggies (some given to me by gardening friends, some purchased at the local farmers' market), maybe it's because it simply feels good to take care of myself by preparing healthy, nutritious food that smells soooo good as it cooks.

This week, one of the dishes I made (and am still happily munching on the leftovers) is a carrot and tofu saute. Simple to make, and scrumptillyishious. Here's my vegan, gluten-free recipe:

1 lb. extra-firm tofu, crumbled
2 tsp vegetable oil
1 lb. grated carrots
1/3 cup low-sodium tamari
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
(always use organic ingredients)

Heat vegetable oil over medium heat in a 12" skillet.
Add carrots and saute for 4-5 minutes.
Add tofu and saute for another 4-5 minutes.
Stir in tamari and saute for 1-2 minutes.
Stir in sesame oil.

Serve hot over quinoa or the rice of your choice.
Garnish with sliced green onions.

Enjoy! And remember that each and every one of us needs to take care of ourselves, not just us caregivers.