Heat 1/2 C water and the soy sauce in a large pot, then add onion and cook 3 min. Add mushrooms and celery; cover and cook over med. heat 5 min. Stir in parsley, bread, and seasonings. Add enough water or vegetable stock to moisten the dressing (about 1 C should be sufficient).

Puree the tofu, cornstarch and seasonings in a food processor until completely smooth. Coat a large bread pan with oil then dust it with flour. Spread a layer of the tofu mixture on the bottom and sides of the pan, reserving about 1 C for the top. Fill the cavity with dressing and spread the remaining tofu mixture over the top. Cover with foil; bake at 350 degrees for 40 min. Uncover and continue baking 10 min. Remove from oven; allow to cool 10 min. Unmold, slice, and serve with Mushroom Gravy (see below).

Serves 8.