With all due respect to Karen ,
I've found TVP to be the answer to my prayers in many instances.
I even make a to die for pseudo-rice pudding with it.
Try soaking fine-grained TVP in warm heavy cream and a little AS
before adding it to your favourite baked custard recipe.
There is also a great pilaf recipe on this site.
Try it.I'd love to hear how it went


D.