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Ground "Meat" Taco Crumbles

INGREDIENTS

1medium head cauliflower, trimmed, washed and dried, and broken into florets
2cups raw walnut halves
1medium tomato, chopped
2tablespoons olive oil
3garlic cloves, minced
1/8teaspoon dried sage
1/2teaspoon chipotle powder
1/2teaspoon mild chili powder
1teaspoon liquid smoke
1/2teaspoon salt

INSTRUCTIONS

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
2.In a food processor, process cauliflower, walnuts, and tomato until completely minced.
3.In a small bowl, combine the oil, minced garlic, and spices.
4.Add oil/spice mixture to cauliflower/walnut mixture in a large bowl and knead thoroughly.
5.Turn mixture onto cookie sheet and spread out evenly.
6.Bake 30 minutes, then stir. Bake 15 minutes, then stir. Bake another 7-15 minutes, until the crumbles are dry and browned.
7.Serve warm or store in refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in freezer for longer.