I did notice with the GimmeLean, which is probably similar for all soy-sausage, is that if it’s not all the way heated through it doesn’t taste very good. Just like you said, it’s definitely best when browned on all sides and hot the way through.

The GimmeLean probably is heavily processed but at least its healthy nutrition-wise and in this day and age it’s almost impossible to know what is going to kill you in the long run anyhow. I suppose a “raw” diet might be the most natural but even that could be suspect in some respects. It’s all about moderation, except with peanut butter, that’s a no-limits sort of thing.

I think I’ve tried the Gimme Lean soysage you mentioned! I liked it. I like stews that call for sausage; it makes them really hearty and filling, so I tried Gimme Lean in a stew recipe from Passionate Vegetarian. The only issue I’ve found with vegetarian soysages in stews is that the texture does not hold up well if you have leftovers. The best thing to do is to cook the soysage separately and add it to your stew right before eating.

For a French toast companion, my favorite soysage thus far is Lightlife Smart Links Breakfast soysage. They aren’t identical to sausage, but they have a great flavor and a decent texture, especially when they are hot and freshly browned in the skillet. They remind me of the sausage links I ate as a kid. We used to call them “smokies,” and I adored them.

Peanut butter is in my top 3. It’s a little high in calories though, but I try to incoroporate it when ever I can. Your french toast looks delicious!

Cheddar and peanut butter go well together? If that’s the case, I’ve got a lot of experimenting to do since I usually use cheddar when I make Mexican food. Hmm…

As for the honey peanut butter thing, that is just awesome. I have a very simple recipe coming up soon so you can enjoy that same taste without the mess!

Lately I’ve taken to eating peanut butter on tons of things, like on caramel or cheddar cheese ricecakes… yeah, cheddar and peanut butter, who knew?
And I’m not gonna lie, I like just sticking a spoon into a jar of honey and then in the pb jar and eating it like that.

I recently tried a SOYsage. I’m not vegetarian, but I bought “Gimme Lean Sausage style”. It’s a tube of sausage flavored soy something-or-other that I had read a lot of positive reviews about. I simply shaped some sausage patties and grilled them in a pan with salt and pepper. They were very tasty, not to mention fat free, very high in potassium, low in carbs but high in fiber and protein. There is nothing unhealthy about it, it’s actually kind of a powerhouse food.

If you don’t cook them through enough they tend to taste a little off, but cooked over medium-high heat until crispy on both sides: I really thought I was eating a fatty pork sausage. I highly recommend the brand if you can find them Rosiecat!