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The Vegan Chinese Kitchen: Recipes and Modern Stories from a Thousand-Year-Old Tradition: A Cookbook
by Hannah Che100+ fresh, plant-based, umami-packed recipes for regional Chinese classics we all know and love.When Hannah Che decided to become a vegan, she was concerned that it would alienate her from the traditions and food that her Chinese family celebrated. But that was before she learned about Zhai cai, or vegetarian cooking, a fascinating subset of Chinese cookery that empasizes umami-rich ingredients and can be traced back over hundreds, if not a thousand, years to Buddhist temple kitchens. In The Vegan Chinese Kitchen, Hannah Che shows us the magic of this highly developed and creative tradition in which nearly every dish in the Chinese repertoire can be replicated in a meatless way, such as Sichuan chili-oil wontons, or using spicy mushrooms in dan-dan noodles. In this book, you'll find recipes that are naturally plant-based with a rich culinary history that are as irresistible as they are nourishing, such as flaky scallion pancakes, corn stir fried with peppers and pine nuts, or pea shoots braised in a velvety mushroom broth made with sesame-oil roux. This book will delight vegans and omnivores alike, inviting you not only to explore a whole new world of flavors and ingredients, but also to create conversations about food, cultural traditions and identity, and wholesome, sustainable cooking.
The Vegan Chinese Kitchen: Recipes and Modern Stories from a Thousand-Year-Old Tradition: A Cookbook
by Hannah Che100+ fresh, plant-based, umami-packed recipes that show the range of traditional and modern Chinese vegan cuisine from the creator of The Plant-Based Wok.When Hannah Che decided to become a vegan, she worried that it would separate her from the traditions and food that her Chinese family celebrated. But that was before she learned about zhai cai, the plant-based Chinese cuisine that emphasizes umami-rich ingredients and can be traced back over centuries to Buddhist temple kitchens. In The Vegan Chinese Kitchen, through gorgeous photography, stories, and recipes, Hannah Che shows us the magic of this highly developed and creative tradition in which nearly every dish in the Chinese repertoire can be replicated in a meatless way, such as Blistered Dry-Fried String Beans or Sweet and Sour Tofu. You&’ll also find recipes that are naturally plant-based and as irresistible as they are nourishing, such as flaky scallion pancakes, corn stir-fried with peppers and pine nuts, or pea shoots braised in a velvety mushroom broth made with sesame-oil roux.This book will delight vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores alike, inviting you to explore a whole world of flavors and ingredients.
Vegan Chocoholic: Cakes, Biscuits, Pies, Desserts and Quick Sweet Snacks
by Philip HochuliSimple, deliciously vegan chocolate recipes from a renowned Swiss chef and &“rising star of the vegan cooking scene&”—includes photos (Vegan Magazine). If you&’re a vegan who finds a day without chocolate unimaginable, Vegan Chocoholic is your guide to indulging in decadent chocolate desserts without sacrificing your healthy lifestyle. You&’ll find everything from classics like Sachertorte or Chocolate Amaretti to new creations like Almond and Chocolate Panna Cotta with Berry Sauce, Chocolate Sushi, Chocolate Yoghurt and Chocolate Focaccia with Rosemary and Sea Salt. Offering simple recipes for cakes, pies, cookies, and brownies, as well as chocolate spreads such as vegan Nutella, vegan chef Philip Holchuli demonstrates not only how to make your own rich, satisfying vegan chocolate, but how to use it in a multitude of dishes. Including a guide to gluten-free, sugar-free, and soy-free options, and using ingredients that can be found in any supermarket, VeganChocoholic is a must-have for home cooks, vegans, and chocolate lovers alike. &“Author, Philip Hochuli . . . has succeeded in promoting the positive qualities of vegan cuisine in a remarkably straightforward manner, and how it can deliver culinary delights.&” —Vegan Magazine &“In Vegan Chocoholic, prominent vegan author and chef Philip Hochuli takes up the challenge of making vegan desserts that offer appeal and intensity . . . If you follow a vegan lifestyle, then Vegan Chocoholic will be a welcome dessert avenue.&” —Brian O&’Rourke, The Huffington Post
Vegan Chocolate: Unapologetically Luscious and Decadent Dairy-Free Desserts
by Fran CostiganIt can be difficult to find truly indulgent vegan desserts-especially chocolate. But for the first time, chocolate cakes, brownies, truffles, puddings, ice creams, and more are within reach: dairy-free, organic, fair-trade, and sublime. Author, baking instructor, and vegan powerhouse Fran Costigan has dedicated years to satisfying her sweet tooth while keeping it vegan. Through experimentation and long hours in the kitchen, she's recreated some of her favorite chocolate desserts as better-for-you interpretations that pass the taste test: Bittersweet Chocolate Truffles (with a variety of flavor variations), a Brooklyn Blackout Layer Cake, a Sacher Torte, even chocolate Moon Pies! Her detailed instructions make for professional-quality outcomes every time: it's like a personal baking class, right in your kitchen.The perfect gift for anyone with a sweet tooth, Vegan Chocolate is sure to become an instant classic.
Vegan Comfort Food: Currant-Cream Scones Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup Slow Cooker Southwest Vegetable Chili Classic Vegan Fettuccine Alfredo Raspberry–Lemon Curd Cupcakes …and many more!
by Adams MediaA Simon & Schuster eBook. Simon & Schuster has a great book for every reader.
The Vegan Cookbook: Over 80 plant-based recipes
by Tony Bishop-Weston Yvonne Bishop-WestonThe number of vegans is growing all the time as more and more non-vegans adopt a vegan diet for a healthier lifestyle. The Vegan Cookbook contains over 90 recipes for healthy and delicious meals without any meat, fish or animal produce. It also provides important nutritional information and all the essential knowledge needed to understand this ever-popular lifestyle choice.
The Vegan Cookbook: Over 80 plant-based recipes
by Yvonne Bishop-Weston Tony Bishop-WestonThe number of vegans is growing all the time as more and more non-vegans adopt a vegan diet for a healthier lifestyle. The Vegan Cookbook contains over 90 recipes for healthy and delicious meals without any meat, fish or animal produce. It also provides important nutritional information and all the essential knowledge needed to understand this ever-popular lifestyle choice.
The Vegan Cookbook
by Adele McconnelAdele McConnell brings a fresh, inspired look to plant-based food, showing just how satisfying, dynamic and undeniably delicious contemporary vegan cooking can be. The beautifully photographed recipes make the most of a wide variety of fresh ingredients, drawing inspiration from cuisines around the world to help you create healthy, balanced meals effortlessly. McConnell proves once and for all that there's no need to sacrifice flavor to eat animal-free. She creates her stylish, mouth-watering dishes with innovative techniques and nutrient-packed ingredients, including whole grains and protein sources such as pulses, nuts, tempeh and tofu. From Mushroom & Roasted Beetroot Polenta Nests to Chinese Spring Onion Pancakes with Ginger Dipping Sauce, you'll find dishes that will tempt both part-time and fully-committed vegans alike. Complete with 100 inspiring, easy-to-follow recipes, The Vegan Cookbook isn't merely about creating great meat-free food, it's about producing sensational dishes everyone will want to make time and time again.
The Vegan Cookbook for Athletes: 101 Recipes and 3 Meal Plans to Build Endurance and Strength
by Anne-Marie CampbellIncrease performance with 101 plant-based meals for athletes Being an athlete means always striving for ways to get the most out of your body, and eating vegan is a great way to build endurance and strength while improving overall health. Featuring 101 recipes and 3 meal plans, this is one of the most informative vegan cookbooks and will show you how impactful combining your training with solid plant-based macronutrient resources can be—no matter your athletic level. Whether you're a committed vegan or just starting out, you can create a tailored nutrition plan for your unique athletic demands. Whether it's learning how to balance carbohydrates, fats, and proteins or eliminating cooking oil, this dietary guide helps set you up for a life of athletic success. This top choice among vegan recipe books includes: Macros overview—Discover key information about macronutrients that caters to a variety of athletic needs. Quick recipes—Choose from 100+ recipes using common ingredients that can be made in advance for on-the-go eating. Meal plan options—Use the meal plans alone or together so you can get the customized nutrition for your athletic requirements. Keep yourself fit and active with this guide to going vegan for athletes.
Vegan Cookbook for Beginners: The Essential Vegan Cookbook to Get Started
by Rockridge PressStart eating healthier and yummier—the beginner's vegan meal plan and cookbook. Discover the incredible health benefits of going vegan with Vegan Cookbook for Beginners. Eating a vegan diet that is free of animal products requires creativity. For those who are exploring veganism for the first time, Vegan Cookbook for Beginners will inspire you to create filling and flavorful plant-based meals to please even the most skeptical carnivore. With more than 150 versatile vegan recipes, Vegan Cookbook for Beginners will let you experience the benefits of improved health and increased energy through eating vegan with recipes that are hearty, comforting, and nutritious. Going vegan is a smart choice for your body and the planet, and Vegan Cookbook for Beginners will take the guesswork out of cooking everyday vegan meals. Vegan Cookbook for Beginners will help you enjoy the benefits of veganism today with: * More than 150 easy and delicious vegan recipes straight from Vegan Cookbook * 2-week Vegan Cookbook meal plan * Introduction to the core principles of veganism * Overview of the health benefits of going vegan * Advice on equipping your kitchen and stocking your pantry from the editors of Vegan Cookbook With help from Vegan Cookbook for Beginners, the transition to a vegan lifestyle will be easy and enjoyable.
The Vegan Cookbook for Kids: Easy Plant-Based Recipes for Young Chefs
by Barb MusickEasy, tasty vegan recipes for young chefs ages 8-12Kids in the kitchen know how to have fun—and eat well, too! Have a blast cooking (and devouring) delicious meals with The Vegan Cookbook for Kids. This kids cookbook is packed with easy-to-follow recipes for flavorful vegan food. Now you can create scrumptious vegan meals with your own two hands—and share them with your family and friends!This kids cookbook starts by teaching you about common plant-based ingredients, essential kitchen tools, and cooking safety guidelines. Get more comfortable in the kitchen as you cook with tips and ideas to help you become a better chef. Plus, you'll keep it simple with the recipes in this kids cookbook—they use mostly easy-to-find, inexpensive ingredients.Dig into a kids cookbook that has:50 Yummy recipes—Dish out a variety of recipes, like Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes, Creamy Buffalo Cauliflower Dip, Fruity Spinach Salad, Enchilada Casserole, and lots more!Vegan adventures—This kids cookbook includes dishes from different cuisines, so you can explore which foods and flavors you like best.Kitchen know-how—Brush up on skills like accurate measuring, safe chopping and slicing, food prepping, and even tofu preparation.Are you hungry yet? Get cooking with this fun, easy plant-based kids cookbook!
Vegan Cookbook for Teens: 100 Easy and Nutritious Plant-Based Recipes
by Barb MusickMake healthy, plant-based meals with this easy teen cookbookWhether teens want to be kinder to animals, the environment, or their own bodies, there are so many good reasons to explore veganism! This teen cookbook makes plant-based cooking fun, flavorful, and easy. It's filled with 100 crave-worthy recipes for both classic comfort foods and creative new flavor combinations. Basic everyday ingredients and step-by-step recipe instructions help simplify vegan cooking so teens can gain confidence and build kitchen skills that will last a lifetime.This vegan teen cookbook includes:An intro to plant-based eating—Find a breakdown of key nutrients that vegans need to include in their diets and learn how to choose healthy ingredients for balanced nutrition.Recipes designed for teens—Explore dishes that are tailored to teens' tastes and dietary needs, featuring nutritious, whole-food ingredients without sacrificing flavor.Cooking tips and tricks—This book shows teens how to become better cooks with detailed instructions for basic cooking techniques, staying safe in the kitchen, and fixing common mistakes.Discover the joy of vegan cooking with the simple recipes in this teen cookbook.
The Vegan Cookie Connoisseur: Over 140 Simply Delicious Recipes That Treat the Eyes and Taste Buds
by Kelly PelozaKelly Peloza started experimenting with vegan baking as a high school student, blogging about her vegan adventures all the while. Her amazing recipes and gorgeous photos drew a crowd of eager readers who have been begging her for a cookbook ever since. Now an energetic, spunky college student, her book is fi- nally ready for her anxious audience. From double peanut butter sandwich cookies and coconut caramel butter cookies to raspberry almond cookies and inside out peppermint patties, these delicious and imaginative recipes are sure to inspire bakers of all ages. Peloza is committed to using ingredients that are easy to find, natural, and simple to use. You won't find egg replacer, expensive cooking oils, or hydrogenated margarine in her recipes. "Making a batch of chocolate chip cookies shouldn't involve running to five different health food stores searching for some elusive ingredient," she writes. But you will find helpful tips for things like substituting margarine for oil in recipes, experimenting with non-dairy milks, using whole wheat flour, and ensuring the sugar you use was not processed with animal bone char. The result is a simple, thorough, and inspiring collection of mouthwatering cookies anyone can make and everyone will love.
The Vegan Cookie Connoisseur: Over 120 Scrumptious Recipes Made with Natural and Simple Ingredients
by Kelly Peloza Natalie SlaterKelly Peloza started experimenting with vegan baking as a high school student, blogging about her vegan adventures all the while. From double peanut butter sandwich cookies, pink lemonade cookies, and caramel hazelnut brownie bars, to classics like snicker doodles, peppermint patties, and various chocolate chip cookies, these delicious and imaginative recipes are sure to inspire bakers of all ages.Peloza is committed to using ingredients that are easy to find, natural, and simple to use. You won’t find egg replacer, expensive cooking oils, or hydrogenated margarine in her recipes- "Making a batch of chocolate chip cookies shouldn’t involve running to five different health food stores searching for some elusive ingredient,” she writes. But you will find helpful tips for things like substituting margarine for oil in recipes, experimenting with non-dairy milks, using whole wheat flour, and ensuring the sugar you use was not processed with animal bone char. The result is a simple, thorough, and inspiring collection of mouthwatering cookies anyone can make and everyone will love.Skyhorse Publishing, along with our Good Books and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of cookbooks, including books on juicing, grilling, baking, frying, home brewing and winemaking, slow cookers, and cast iron cooking. We’ve been successful with books on gluten-free cooking, vegetarian and vegan cooking, paleo, raw foods, and more. Our list includes French cooking, Swedish cooking, Austrian and German cooking, Cajun cooking, as well as books on jerky, canning and preserving, peanut butter, meatballs, oil and vinegar, bone broth, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
Vegan Cookies Invade Your Cookie Jar: 100 Dairy-Free Recipes for Everyone's Favorite Treats
by Isa Chandra Romero MoskowitzThe queens of vegan baking, with more than 225,000 cookbooks sold, are back with the ultimate guide to egg-free, dairy-free cookies and bars
Vegan Cooking
by Alexandra JamiesonAn authoritative resource on making delicious, healthy vegan-friendly meals Veganism is a lifestyle abstaining from the consumption of meat, poultry, dairy products, eggs, and all foods originating from animals. The perfect companion to Living Vegan For Dummies, Vegan Cooking For Dummies provides vegans, and those thinking about becoming vegan, with more than 100 healthy and hearty vegan recipes. Features vegan recipes including entrees, appetizers, desserts, sweet treats, snacks, and lunchbox fare An 8-page insert showcases full-color photos of many of the book's recipes Offers parents a helping hand in making vegan-friendly dishes for their whole family Vegan Cooking For Dummies is a great way to maintain a healthy, balanced vegan diet!
Vegan Cooking for Two: 200+ Recipes for Everything You Love to Eat
by America's Test KitchenThe most comprehensive guide to easy, quick, and delicious small-batch plant-based cookingNo more throwing out past-its-prime produce, doing on-the-fly math to scale down recipes designed to serve a crowd, or guessing at substitutions for nonvegan ingredients. Now you can skip straight to perfectly portioned, all-vegan custardy French toast, katsu sandwiches with the crispiest pan-fried tofu, spicy sesame noodles, velvety vegetable chowder, gooey fig streusel bars, and more. 220+ vegan recipes for breakfast, dessert, and everything in between.140+ recipes are ready in 45 minutes or less, and over half of recipes require 10 or fewer ingredients.Dramatically reduce kitchen waste with smart shopping and food storage tips. The Use It Up chart helps you find recipes that use up pesky leftovers.Embrace vegan cheese, butter, egg, and more store-bought products for ultimate convenience. We tell you which products to buy for the best results.All out of sweet potatoes? Substitute squash. Then level up with a crispy tempeh topping. 300+ Kitchen Improv suggestions make each recipe flexible and customizable.Failproof baked vegan treats. Scaled-down banana muffins and chocolate-ginger scones emerge from the oven (or toaster oven) perfectly risen every time.
Vegan Cupcakes: Delicious and Dairy-Free Recipes to Sweeten the Table
by Toni RodriguezCupcakes are in high demand. They are no longer extravagances, but are present in our daily lives. The only problem is that bakeries offering these desserts don’t usually offer a vegan selection. This cookbook fixes this issue by offering more than fifty vegan recipes to make at home. Some are simple while others are more elaborate, but all will satisfy even the toughest palates. Toni Rodríguez’s recipes will surprise our guests, as the desserts’ flavor and color are equally attractive. The following are just some of the cupcake flavors included in this book: * Chocolate and banana * Ice latte with caramel * Piña colada * Strawberries and cream * Red velvet * Fig and raspberry * Ferrero Rocher * And dozens more!
Vegan Cupcakes Take Over the World: 75 Dairy-Free Recipes for Cupcakes that Rule
by Isa MoskowitzThe hosts of the vegan cooking show The Post Punk Kitchen are back with a vengeance - and this time, dessert. <P><P>A companion volume to Vegan with a Vengeance, Vegan Cupcakes Take Over the World is a sweet and sassy guide to baking everyone's favorite treat without using any animal products. This unique cookbook contains over 50 recipes for cupcakes and frostings - some innovative, some classics - with beautiful full color photographs. Isa and Terry offer delicious, cheap, dairy-free, egg-free and vegan-friendly recipes like Classic Vanilla Cupcakes (with chocolate frosting), Crimson Velveteen Cupcakes (red velvet with creamy white frosting), Linzer Torte Cupcakes (hazelnut with raspberry and chocolate ganache), Chai Latte Cupcakes (with powdered sugar) and Banana Split Cupcakes (banana-chocolate chip-pineapple with fluffy frosting). Included also are gluten-free recipes, decorating tips, baking guidelines, vegan shopping advice, and Isa's true cupcake anecdotes from the trenches. When Vegan Cupcakes Take Over the World, no dessert lover can resist.
The Vegan Dairy Cookbook: Make Your Own Plant-Based Mylks, Cheezes, and Kitchen Staples
by Marleen Visser50 delicious dairy substitutes to make at home! Finding good and tasty dairy alternatives can be difficult, especially if you're used to your bowl of yogurt or cappuccino in the morning. With The Vegan Dairy Cookbook, learn how to make all kinds of vegan dairy products at home that taste just as good as the real thing (if not better)! This helpful guide includes fifty homemade vegan dairy recipes from basic milks and spreads to more advanced cheeses and desserts. Other must-have recipes in your vegan kitchen include: Cashew−vanilla−chocolate ice cream with walnuts & hazelnuts Aquafaba mayonnaise Béchamel sauce Chocolate mousse with caramelized almond slices & sea salt Chive cream cheeze And so much more! Whether you are 100 percent vegan or trying to eat plant-based a little more often, The Vegan Dairy Cookbook is for you.
Vegan Delights: 88 Delicious Recipes for the Complete Three-Course Meal
by Toni RodriguezDiscover a new way to nourish your body with these delightful and original vegan recipes. Eating vegan meals is a healthy and delicious choice to make, and more and more people are beginning to care for their bodies by only consuming foods free of animal products and not derived from animal labor. Not only is veganism good for your health, it is also a way to live that is easy on your wallet and ecologically conscientious. For those with special dietary needs and weight-control concerns, veganism offers wonderful meals composed entirely of grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, and other kinds of plant-based proteins. While preparing vegan meals can be a challenge, there are numerous recipes at your disposal. Some of the most exciting and unique recipes are included in Vegan Delights. Toni Rodríguez, a renowned Spanish chef and passionate vegan, offers some of his favorite and most delicious dishes for you to try, including: Mushroom and nut pâté Seitan piccata with creamy spinach Shiitake and artichoke risotto Blueberry plum cake Beautiful and enticing images accompany each recipe, and Rodríguez also provides insight into the joys and advantages of the vegan diet in a lengthy and thoughtful introduction. So whether you are a gastronome, a fervent sweet tooth, or just a curious diner, there is undoubtedly a recipe in this book for you to try and enjoy.
Vegan Dessert Cookbook: Recipes for Cakes, Cookies, Puddings, Candies, and More
by Ally LazareSatisfy your sweet tooth with delicious, decadent vegan desserts From cakes and candies to puddings, bars, and beyond—you can whip up magical, mouthwatering desserts without using dairy or eggs. Whether you've embraced a plant-based lifestyle or you're living with an egg or dairy allergy, the Vegan Dessert Cookbook will show you how simple and satisfying vegan desserts can be! No matter your skill level, you're sure to find sweet success with this dessert cookbook. You'll find guidance on choosing affordable, easy-to-find substitutes for dairy and egg products, plus advice on how to adapt recipes for other dietary needs. Master practical techniques, including troubleshooting tips and ways to enhance your desserts. Then, try your hand at dozens of tasty recipes like Cinnamon-Pecan Swirls, Black Forest Cake, and Rainbow Sherbet—sure to satisfy vegans and non-vegans alike. The Vegan Dessert Cookbook includes: Stepping stones—Whether you're new to the vegan lifestyle or a pro at plant-based cooking, this dessert cookbook offers recipes for every skill level and taste. Plant-based pantry—Find help on essential equipment and must-have ingredients, plus easy swaps for other allergens and dietary needs. Make it vegan—This dessert cookbook is packed with dozens of delightful desserts, as well as sweet staples like Dairy-Free Buttercream Frosting. With the Vegan Dessert Cookbook, you'll have everything you need to make all of your favorite desserts egg-free, dairy-free, and wholly delicious.
Vegan Desserts: Sumptuous Sweets for Every Season
by Hannah KaminskiWho knew vegan baked goods could be so delicious? Featuring more than 100 simple but scrumptious recipes, Vegan Desserts offers alternatives to treats that are normally heavily laden with butter, eggs, and other animal products. <P><P>With an emphasis on fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs, this is a cookbook that any dessert lover will enjoy. Kaminsky insists that fresh, local produce--at the peak of ripeness--offers incomparable flavors that cannot be replicated with any amount of sugar, salt, or any baking extracts. As a result, her creative recipes will appeal to health-conscious bakers (all recipes are low in cholesterol and many feature natural sweeteners and whole grains), though even the sweetest sweet tooths among us will be more than satisfied by these tantalizing treats. From Luscious Lemon Mousse and Roasted Apricot Ice Cream to Black Velvet Cupcakes and Almond Chocolate Blossoms, readers will find exciting new desserts as well as 100 percent vegan versions of old favorites. Clear, precise directions guide readers through every step, and a mouthwatering photo accompanies each recipe. Golden Saffron Pound Cake, No-Bake Pumpkin Creme Brulee, Black Pearl Truffles, Chai Poached Pears, Apricot Frangipan Tart--this cookbook has something for every dessert lover.
Vegan Desserts: Sumptuous Sweets for Every Season
by Hannah KaminskyFeaturing more than one hundred simple but scrumptious recipes, Vegan Desserts offers alternatives to treats that are normally heavily laden with butter, eggs, and other animal products. With an emphasis on fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs, this is a cookbook that any dessert lover will enjoy. Kaminsky insists that fresh, local produce—at the peak of ripeness—offers incomparable flavors that cannot be replicated with any amount of sugar, salt, or any baking extracts. As a result, her creative recipes will appeal to health-conscious bakers (all recipes are low in cholesterol and many feature natural sweeteners and whole grains), though even the sweetest sweet tooths among us will be more than satisfied by these tantalizing treats.From luscious lemon mousse and roasted apricot ice cream to black velvet cupcakes and almond chocolate blossoms, readers will find exciting new desserts as well as 100 percent–vegan versions of old favorites. Clear, precise directions guide readers through every step, and a mouthwatering photo accompanies each recipe. Golden saffron pound cake, no-bake pumpkin crème brûlée, black pearl truffles, chai poached pears, apricot frangipane tart—this cookbook has something for every dessert lover.
Vegan Desserts: Sumptuous Sweets for Every Season
by Hannah KaminskyFeaturing more than one hundred simple but scrumptious recipes, Vegan Desserts offers alternatives to treats that are normally heavily laden with butter, eggs, and other animal products. With a new recipe for each season, Kaminsky keeps the emphasis on fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs, offering desserts that are truly inspired and yet simple enough for anyone to make. Kaminsky insists that fresh, local produce--at the peak of ripeness--offers incomparable flavors that cannot be replicated with any amount of sugar, salt, or any baking extracts. As a result, her creative recipes will appeal to health-conscious bakers (all recipes are low in cholesterol and many feature natural sweeteners and whole grains), though even the sweetest sweet tooths among us will be more than satisfied by these tantalizing treats. From luscious lemon mousse and roasted apricot ice cream to black velvet cupcakes and almond chocolate blossoms, readers will find exciting new desserts as well as 100 percent-vegan versions of old favorites. Clear, precise directions guide readers through every step, and a mouthwatering photo accompanies each recipe. Golden saffron pound cake, no-bake pumpkin crème brûlée, black pearl truffles, chai poached pears, apricot frangipane tart--this cookbook has something for every dessert lover.