A friendly informal tone and some splendid recipes have made this a perennial bestseller. For all who love the fruits of the earth and the art of cooking. A classic with almost a million copies sold to date.
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By R. Myhr
Format:Paperback
Back when it was first published in the 70s, I got this book in support of my then-vegetarian lifestyle. It became my favorite cookbook (along with V2). I'm no longer a vegetarian, but I still love to cook and eat meatless meals a significant proportion of the time -- and these cookbooks are still with me, and this one (V1) is now in its fourth iteration.
The book itself may not last as long as you'd like, but the recipes and the philosophy and the chatty, friendly and personal dialog is as fresh now as it was 30 years ago.
Anna Thomas is a successful screenwriter and film-maker (e.g. Frida, El Norte) and has received an Academy Award nomination. She will probably end up being best known for her excellent cookbooks.
I have to go now, to make her classic Macaroni and Cheese. Yum.
The book itself may not last as long as you'd like, but the recipes and the philosophy and the chatty, friendly and personal dialog is as fresh now as it was 30 years ago.
Anna Thomas is a successful screenwriter and film-maker (e.g. Frida, El Norte) and has received an Academy Award nomination. She will probably end up being best known for her excellent cookbooks.
I have to go now, to make her classic Macaroni and Cheese. Yum.
By Peggy Evans
Format:Paperback
This was my first cookbook when i became a vegetarian 25 years ago and it is still one of the best around today. A true classic.
Try the stuffed peppers and the dolmades (stuffed grapevine leaves.) There's a section on curries and of course sweets. My favorites I always make are Spicy sweet potato pie,torta di ricotta, summer fruit tart, and apple crisp. She gives lots of menu ideas and her recipes are easy.
Try the stuffed peppers and the dolmades (stuffed grapevine leaves.) There's a section on curries and of course sweets. My favorites I always make are Spicy sweet potato pie,torta di ricotta, summer fruit tart, and apple crisp. She gives lots of menu ideas and her recipes are easy.
Format:Paperback
... is if you observe kashrut (the Jewish dietary laws) and want some good recipes, both main and side dishes, that won't violate the prohibitions. Many, many times i've resorted to this book to find something meatless to go along with the rest of the menu, and i've even found many Passover-friendly dishes in there also. In fact, i've found it more useful than all but one of my Jewish cookbooks. i got my first copy about 20 years ago as a gift, and have just ordered another as i loaned it out and can't remember to whom.
Some of the recipes are beyond my interest or skill, but there is enough variety here to suit just about anyone. Along with my Joan Nathan book (who can keep a Jewish kitchen without Joan Nathan?) and my Joy of Cooking, this is my most-used recipe book. i don't cook that much any more, but when i do this is where i turn first for meatless meals.
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So you want to make your veggies happy?
It's definitely a cookbook of its time. The illustrations have a homespun look, and the introduction even makes mention of passing around a joint before dinner "to sharpen... Read more
Published on Jan 15 2004 by Bat-Radish
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There are better vegetarian books than this classic
This book is very typical of Seventies vegetarian cooking, which was experimental and not always well-flavored. Read more
Published on Dec 29 2003 by Joanna Daneman
5.0 out of 5 stars
Not for the timid, but even carnivores can love this book. .
I'm working on my second copy of this book. Somebody gave it to me when I was first learning to cook, and I ususally had to bungle a recipe once or twice before I got it right. Read more
Published on April 21 2003 by methylethel
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Just Great Recipies
I've never been a real vegetarian, but that's no fault of Anna Thomas's. Very clear directions, good tastes. Read more
Published on Feb 28 2003 by Mark Singer
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A classic in vegetarian cooking
I bought this cookbook over 20 years ago, and I still cook from my tattered copy. Many of the recipes are heavy with fat, eggs and/or cheese, but I still love them. Read more
Published on Aug 18 2002 by Lisa Guinn
5.0 out of 5 stars
great resource
I love this cookbook! The recipes remind me ofthings that may have been popular in the 60s (I was born in 1969 so this is just my impression). Read more
Published on Aug 10 2002 by merrymousies
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A Delight "The Vegetarian Epicure"
This is a "must have" for Vegetarians & Cooks. This cookbook is just an all-around delight. Great recipes w/a nice variety for all tastes (kids, too!!! Read more
Published on Aug 5 2002 by angie
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A DELIGHT
MY COPY HAS BEEN WORN TO BITS AND PIECES,ESPECIALLY THE FAVORITES. THE RUSSIAN VEGETABLE PIE,SPINACH CASSEROLE AS MANY OTHERS HAVE BEEN FAMILY DELIGHTS FOR OVER 25 YEARS.
Published on April 2 2002 by SALLY
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My Favorite Cookbook
Has something for everyone, you don't have to be a vegetarian to enjoy it.
Some of my favorite recipes are : Challah (Jewish egg bread) Milk and Honey Bread,Sauce Veloute,... Read more
Some of my favorite recipes are : Challah (Jewish egg bread) Milk and Honey Bread,Sauce Veloute,... Read more
Published on Dec 17 2001 by "valeska_"
5.0 out of 5 stars
Even for non-vegetarians!
This is a favorite book and has been for years! The Cauliflower Curry and Cucumber Raita get rave reviews from all who try them - and make a fabulous meal alone or as a co-entree... Read more
Published on Oct 16 2001 by Patricia Nichols
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