One of my favorite snacks from VB6 is now an ongoing project, as I continue to play with jerky variations. It’s a portable, chewy snack that’s the next best thing—flavor, not healthwise!—to a Slim Jim. And it’s easy to make, too.

Makes: 4 servings
Time: About 1 hour, largely unattended

Ingredients

• 1 pound firm tofu (1 block)

• 1 tablespoon tomato paste

• 1 teaspo…