The Practical Vegetarian

About the Book

The Practical Vegetarian is more than a cookbook - it is a complete guide to vegetarian cooking and food preparation which has been designed for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike! Whether you are currently a vegetarian, just thinking about becoming one, or desiring to take a break from meat – perhaps for a couple of days out of the week – you will find The Practical Vegetarian an irreplaceable guide in your kitchen. • The Practical Vegetarian is convenient; every recipe includes simple step-by-step directions. • The Practical Vegetarian is realistic; utilize its valuable information everyday on a busy schedule or a tight budget – no fancy equipment or expensive ingredients are needed; meat-eaters will enjoy these traditional family-style meals too without missing the meat! • The Practical Vegetarian is hands-on easy; every ingredient is commonly found in the grocery store or supermarket. • In addition to over 60 meatless recipes, The Practical Vegetarian includes easy-to-follow guides to help you make the most of your healthy cooking. Included in The Practical Vegetarian: * Put together barbecue-ready meatless burgers; * Cook family favorites including pizza, burritos, indulgent desserts, stuffed peppers, and more; * Prepare International fare including Italian Lasagna, Buddha’s Feast, and Homemade Tomato Sauce from fresh tomatoes; * Create your own protein-packed meat substitute; * Make your own tofu and soy milk from scratch as well as learn how to shop for fresh soy beans; * Transform common vegetables into mouth-watering delights; * ...and more! The Practical Vegetarian is a complete vegetarian cookbook with easy-to-follow recipes ideal for everyone!

About the Author

Mary Curtis resides in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, with her husband of 37 years.  She has been a vegetarian for almost 20 years and has won awards including "Cook of the Week" for her meatless recipes.

Mary is also the author of "Compete With Meat" and "Eat Smart" as well as a columnist and freelance writer.  Her articles and columns have appeared in the Daily News and Animal Press, among others, and she has also won awards for her fiction and poetry.