Victoria's Spicy Vegetarian Protein Loaf

• One 16 oz can of vegetarian baked beans.  Bush's, Heinz, or any supermarket house brand that you prefer.
• 2 cups breadcrumbs
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 lb tofu, chopped
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable broth
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon of pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon of oregano
• 1 small can of tomato sauce, any brand
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup of taco seasoning
• 1/2 cup of shredded cheese
• 1 cup all purpose flour
• 1 1/2 (approx) cups of water

Mash the beans into a paste, and add the breadcrumbs, tofu, mayonnaise and vegetable oil.  Add the flour, oregano, pepper, salt, garlic powder and taco seasoning.  Slowly add the tomato sauce, water, and vegetable broth.  Work the mixture into a ball.  Make sure it is well mixed.  Put the mixture into a very lightly greased microwave loaf pan.  Cover the top with shredded cheese.

Cook for 12 - 15 minutes in the microwave, set on high.  You may add onions or peppers if you like.

• Yields: 6 servings
• Preparation Time: 25 minutes