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Vegetarian Cookbooks
Here are my favorite ovo-lacto vegetarian cookbooks.
The New Moosewood Cookbook
by Mollie Katzen
The original Moosewood Cookbook, published in 1977, was one of the bibles of vegetarian
cooking, and its subsequent editions have never failed. The author
hand-prints and illustrates the Moosewood, which makes me feel
like an old friend is sharing the recipes with me. Ms. Katzen's friendly
tone throughout the book is lovely as well - no matter what I want to
make, this is always the first cookbook that I look at.
My favorite recipes from this cookbook include Apricot-Almond Bread
(sometimes I substitute
walnuts), Lemon Mousse,
broiled Ricotta Gnocchi, Onion Soup, Sweet Potato Pancakes,
Primavera Sauce, Corn
Bread, Spanakopita, Cucumber
Soup, and Vegetarian Pâté.
More cookbooks by this author:
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The
New Vegetarian Epicure
by Anna Thomas
This is one of my favorite cookbooks for the simple fact that it does not
completely avoid
sugar and cholesterol. While I am a fairly health-conscious vegetarian, I
enjoy splurging with some cream or a rich dessert once in a while, and
this book is perfect for that. If this sounds like you, the first recipe
you should try from this book is the Berry Cobbler, but instead of the
recommended ice cream on top, try whipped cream or crème fraîche. You
can use any kind of berry, and I've also made it with apricots and a
peach-blueberry mix. Bliss! Other favorites of mine are Tomato
Garlic Sauce and Pasta with
Cream Cheese and Pistachio Nuts.
Another cookbook by this author: The
Vegetarian Epicure
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Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone
by Deborah MadisonDeborah Madison was the founding chef of Greens, a famous vegetarian restaurant
in San Francisco. Her book includes 1,400 vegetarian recipes, many of
which can also be enjoyed by vegans. There is also a long and thorough
introduction to vegetarianism and cooking, including such topics as the
making of a vegetarian menu, wine with vegetarian food, necessary tools,
and seasoning. Some of my favorite recipes from this cookbook are Grilled
Tomato Sauce, Eggplant
Rollatini with Fresh Mozzarella and Goat Cheese, Herb
Salad, Goat Cheese
Sauce, Provençal
Tomatoes, and Potato Soup.
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Vegetarian
Planet
by Didi Emmons
Subtitled "350 big-flavor recipes for out-of-this-world food every day,"
this cookbook is packed with innovative recipes, including a large
percentage of international dishes, notably Asian (Thai, Chinese, Korean) and
Mexican. The numberous sidebars throughout the book are both interesting
and helpful. The recipes tend to require some effort, so I don't recommend
this book for newcomers (to cooking or to vegetarianism). Seasoned
vegetarian cooks, though, will enjoy every bite! I love the Sweet
Potato Muffins, Vegetarian
Jambalaya, Zucchini Risotto Cakes with Provençal Sauce, White
Bean Salad, and Minty
Lemonade.
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The Cafe Flora Cookbook offers a delightful
behind-the-scenes
look at the menu at Cafe Flora, an award-winning, gourmet vegetarian
restaurant in Seattle - read my review
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Not
Just for Vegetarians: Delicious homestyle cooking the meatless way
Vegetarian recipes for hearty, homestyle dishes -
read my review
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Low-Carb Vegetarian
cookbook
You can be vegetarian and follow the principles behind low-carb diets -
read my review
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Famous Vegetarians and Their Favorite Recipes
by Rynn Berry
This is not one of the best vegetarian cookbooks available, but it is an interesting
look at famous vegetarians throughout history, as well as a great conversation
piece. More than 30 famous faces and biographies are featured, from Plato to Paul McCartney, along with 80 recipes you
might not find anywhere else.
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