Okay, so you're skeptical.  But many of these recipes would impress the most discerning dinner guests.  Easy to prepare and healthful.  And, they taste great.

HOW DO YOU EAT TEMPEH?

Tempeh is a versatile meat substitute that can be sautéed, grilled, deep fried, steamed, grated, baked or micro waved. Some people even like it toasted in a toaster or eaten plain right out of the bag. Its firm texture allows it to be sliced very thin which works best for stirfrys. Unlike tofu which tends to fall apart, Tempeh holds together even if skewered on a shish kabob stick and cooked over the grill. Tempeh can be used to replace meat in just about any recipe.

TEMPEH RULES OF THUMB

• All Turtle Island Tempeh is pre-steamed at our plant so it will be more recipe ready for you.
• All of the following recipes can be made with any style of Turtle Island Tempeh. We listed our favorites, but don't be afraid to be creative. We haven't tried every recipe with every product.
• Marinating is the key step in preparing good Tempeh. Again, be creative. Lemon juice, sherry, mirin and pineapple juice are all great, low sodium flavor enhancers.
• Cutting Tempeh into thin, small cubes or strips, or grating it will insure that marinade flavors penetrate the product. Each recipe shows you what type of cut or grate will work best.