Tofu and "Sausage" Breakfast Scramble

This is one of my new favorite protein rich breakfasts.  The recipe below is for two servings, but feel free to make it in even larger batches.  It keeps very well in the fridge and can be reheated quickly for a fast and easy breakfast.  And if I'm feeling extra lazy, I just throw the breakfast patties in the microwave for about 45 seconds.  Just as good in my opinion.

Tofu and "Sausage" Breakfast Scramble
Serves 2


1 t. ground cumin
1/2 t. dried thyme, crushed with your fingers
1/4 tsp salt
pinch of ground turmeric
1/4 c. water
2 servings extra firm tofu, crumbled (I like the Trader Joe's High Protein brand)
2 garlic cloves, minced (more or less to taste)
cooking spray
2 T. nutritional yeast
Fresh black pepper to taste
4 vegetarian breakfast patties (Trader Joes/Morningstar/etc.)

Add cumin, thyme, salt and turmeric to a small cup.  Mix with water and set aside.  Spray the inside of a medium sized pan with cooking spray and place over medium heat.  Saute the garlic for about one minute.  Then add crumbled tofu and saute for about five minutes.  Depending on how much moister is in your tofu you may need to turn up the heat or add a little bit of water.  I like the Trader Joe's High Protein brand because it is already very firm (i.e., no need to press out the excess water).  Add the spice blend to the tofu and mix well.  Add the nutritional yeast and pepper.  Cook for an additional five minutes.  Place the vegetarian breakfast patties in a small pan and heat over medium heat for approximately five minutes, turning frequently.  Cut patties into bite-sized pieces and serve over tofu.

Nutritional Information
240 Calories, 28g Protein, 11g Carb, 12g Fat