Broccoli Tofu Cashew with Soba Noodles

makes two servings

1/2 pkg soba noodles

3 cups frozen (or fresh) broccoli florets

1 pkg lite firm tofu

1/2 cup ginger soy sauce (or sauce of your choice)

1/2 cup roasted cashew nuts

1. Bring a pot of water to boil. Add the soba noodles and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.

2. Cook the frozen broccoli florets per the manufacturer's instructions or steam fresh florets. Set aside.

3. Drain the tofu and cut it into 1" cubes. Place the cubes on a towel and wrap it in the towel's free ends. Place a heavy book or weight on top of the cubes and soak up the excess moisture for at least 10 minutes.

4. Heat a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add in about half the tofu cubes. Brown on each side (about one minute per side). Repeat with the remaining cubes. Remove from the heat.

5. Reduce the heat to medium. Add in 1 T sesame oil and stir fry the cooked broccoli florets for about one minute. Add in the cooked tofu cubes and cashews and toss to combine.

6. Add in the sauce of your choice (I used about 1/2 cup, you can use more or less). Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

7. Once the soba noodles have cooked, drain and run cold water over them. Then add the cooked noodles to the saute pan and toss until all the ingredients are combined and the noodles are coated in the sauce.