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¾ cup store-bought balsamic vinaigrette (or equal parts balsamic vinegar and olive oil)

3–4 Tbsp. soy sauce or tamari

3 minced garlic cloves (or a heavy sprinkle of garlic powder or onion powder)

Herbs (such as dried Italian seasoning or fresh cilantro)

Maple syrup or brown sugar

1 (14- to 16-oz.) package of extra-firm tofu

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1. Stir together balsamic vinaigrette, soy sauce, minced garlic, herbs, and sweetener in an airtight container.

2. Drain and gently squeeze excess water from the tofu, then cut into desired shapes.

3. Marinate tofu in the mixture for 12–48 hours in the refrigerator.

4. Preheat oven to 375°F and bake marinated tofu for 30–45 minutes until golden brown.

5. Reheat leftover tofu by pan-frying, air frying, or microwaving.

Source and photo: https://www.bonappetit.com/story/tofu-marinade originally by Carlucci’s of Salt Lake City Utah

“I planned ahead and grabbed a sandwich at Carlucci’s Italian bakery in Salt Lake City. The forearm-size baguette harbored a TSA-approved lineup: sprouts, lettuce, onion, cucumber, tomato, and fat slices of baked tofu draped in melted mozzarella.”