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Metally.net Book Store - Veganomicon: The Ultimate Vegan Cookbook
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Manufacturer: Da Capo Press
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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 641.5636
EAN: 9781569242643
ISBN: 156924264X
Label: Da Capo Press
Manufacturer: Da Capo Press
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 336
Publication Date: 2007-10-31
Publisher: Da Capo Press
Studio: Da Capo Press
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Summary: Good for Vegans, Bad for Cooks
Comment: This cookbook has lots of (probably very good) vegan recipes - so in that regard, it's great -for vegans looking for lots of vegan recipes in one book.
But as far as cookbooks go, this book does not excite me. Not because it's vegan, but because there are almost no pictures. No pictures means it's a pain in the a-- to just flip through casually and find an appealing new recipe to try, especially when faced with very "new" kinds of recipes...
For instance you come to a page with two recipes on it- "Vietnamese Seitan Baguette with Savory Broth Dip" or "Roasted Eggplant and Spinach Muffuletta Sandwhich" - and I'm left with -what the heck is Seitan or Muffuletta? And since there are no pictures to help you figure it out...you're left reading the actual recipe itself to figure out what these things are or even look like...
Personally I think pictures in cookbooks are just plain necessary in terms of making it a good cookbook, especially for weird things like- "Muffuletta". Pictures provide not only information (on what the finished dish is supposed to look like) but also inspiration - for when it's garnished in an interesting way or presented in such a way as to make you drool over something as simple as rice and beans with some herbs and nuts....
This book does have some very nice inspiring pictures, but sadly there are only a small handful of them and they are slapped randomly into the middle of the book- there are no pictures accompanying the recipes themselves.
So if you're hard core Vegan, which, yes, IS the target audience for the book, then this is probably a 4-5 star resource for you... But if you're a cook, and are just interested in trying vegan recipes, you may be better off buying a normal vegetarian cookbook with pictures - and if you want to go vegan, just avoid those recipes with dairy, eggs, honey, etc....
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Summary: One of my favorites
Comment: I loved her other books I will admit, but what I love about this book is the AMOUNT and variety of recipes. It is almost an impossible task to write vegan recipes that don't require strange hard to get ingredients. I don't know how many vegan cookbooks that I simply gave up on because I don't want to run around New York city to look for some bizarre type of seaweed or root for one dish. Although Isa does include some odd ones, many recipes can be made with easy to find ingredients and are easy to make. My personal favorite would have to be the Vegan Moussaka, or the Leek and Bean Casserole. I have already tweaked some the the seasoning and ingredients but it is easy to do, as Isa also explains at length the properties of everything from Tempeh to Panko. A must have if you are a vegetarian or vegan, a great book!
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Summary: You also get a bonus: a whole support network!
Comment: I don't want to repeat what so many other already said: it is an awesome cookbook!
What I would like to add is that whoever purchases this or any other cookbooks by these authors gets an amazing support network at their forum at www.theppk.com. If you would like how to see pictures of all of the recipes, hear feedback from other vegans about a number of recipes, or just talk about whatever comes to your mind, the forum is there for you.
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Summary: The Autumn Latke's alone are worth the price of the book!
Comment: We sampled a few recipes and then stumbled upon the beet (or "autumn") latkes. They are amazing. We have them at least once a week. We need to explore some of the other recipes but this one's a winner. We also like the simple focus of the book - that is, being vegan simply means eating natural food. The authors are also right to re-educate readers on how to cook vegetables. They are easy to prepare and delicious when done right.
Go veg!
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Summary: Always Delicious
Comment: I've never been let down by Moskowitz and Romero. I absolutely love cooking and trying new recipes. This cookbook begins by laying out cooking essentials. They offer a quick reference guide on cooking terminology, how to cook grains, veggies and beans. The rest of the book is divided up like any other cookbook: appetizers, soups, salads, brunch, cookies, desserts... But, they offer special sections such as one-pot meals and stove-top specialties, mix and match meals (separating vegetable, grains, beans, and tofu, tempeh and seitan to make your own complete meal). They also include sample menus that include meals like "Lazy Indian Gourmet" and Mexican, Not Mexican't Menu".
Every recipe I've made has been wonderful. So far I've made the Roasted Eggplant and Spinach Muffuletta Sandwich, Escarole with Capers and White Beans (never thought that combo would be so good), Cauliflower and Mushroom Potpie with Black Olive Crust, Seitanic Red and White Bean Jambalaya, Vegetables and Seitan in Mole Sauce, Apple Galettes.
I did not give it 5 stars because of the writing. The cooking instructions are written as lengthy narratives. I have to read through the instructions 3-4 times to get the main points. It's a bit annoying to have to read instructions so many times while cooking. Also, I live in an area where I can find just about any ingredient I want. Some of the recipes call for ingredients that may be difficult to find in less metropolitan areas.
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Editorial Reviews:
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Who knew vegetables could taste so good? Moskowitz and Romero's newest delicious collection makes it easier than ever to live vegan. You'll find more than 250 recipes--plus menus and stunning color photos--for dishes that will please every palate. All the recipes in Veganomicon have been thoroughly kitchen-tested to ensure user-friendliness and amazing results. And by popular demand, the Veganomicon includes meals for all occasions and soy-free, gluten-free, and low-fat options, plus quick recipes that make dinner a snap. Recipes include:
-Â Autumn Latkes
- Samosa Stuffed Baked Potatoes
- Grilled Yuca Tortillas
- Baby Bok Choy with Crispy Shallots
- Chile-Cornmeal Crusted Tofu Po- Boy
- Roasted Eggplant and Spinach Muffuletta
- Jicama-Watercress-Avocado Salad with Spicy Citrus Vinaigrette
- Acorn Squash, Pear and Adzuki Soup
-Â Tomato Rice Soup with Roasted Garlic and Navy Beans
- Asparagus and Lemongrass Risotto
- Almost All-American Seitan Pot Pie
- Hot Sauce-Glazed Tempeh
- Black Eyed Pea Collard Rolls
- Chocolate Hazelnut Biscotti
- Pumpkin Crumb Cake with Pecan Streusel
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