Tofu Reubens With Salad

Ingredients 2 6 -ounce packages baked tofu 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice 1/8 teaspoon mustard powder 2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter 8 slices seeded rye bread 1/2 cup Russian or Thousand Island dressing 1 cup sauerkraut, rinsed and drained 4 slices Swiss cheese 5 ounces mixed baby greens (about 6 cups) 2 tablespoons chopped cornichons or dill pickles, plus 1 tablespoon brine from the jar 2 tablespoons pickled mushrooms (optional) 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Directions Lay the tofu on a cutting board and slice each piece in half horizontally. Sprinkle the tofu pieces evenly on one side with the allspice and mustard powder. Heat 1/2 tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and cook, turning once, until golden brown, about 1 minute per side. Wipe out the skillet and remove from the heat. Spread each slice of bread with 1 tablespoon Russian dressing, then sandwich with the sauerkraut, tofu and cheese. Heat 1 tablespoon butter in the skillet over medium heat. Add 2 sandwiches and cook, turning once, until the cheese melts and the bread is toasted, about 3 minutes per side. Repeat with the remaining butter and sandwiches. Toss the mixed greens, cornichons, brine, mushrooms and olive oil. Serve the sandwiches with the salad. Per serving: Calories 646; Fat 36 g (Saturated 11 g); Cholesterol 39 mg; Sodium 1,795 mg; Carbohydrate 53 g; Fiber 10 g; Protein 31 g

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