Totally Vegetarian: Easy, Fast, Comforting Cooking for Every Kind of Vegetarian [Paperback]

Toni Fiore (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 22, 2009

The health benefits of vegetarianism are well known, but, to many, the art of easily preparing great vegetarian food remains a mystery. With her public television cooking show, Totally Vegetarian, now in its fourth season, Toni Fiore has rapidly become one of America’s most trusted guides to fast and flavorful vegetarian meals.

In Totally Vegetarian, Fiore presents 200 recipes that emphasize familiar and readily available ingredients. She is particularly gifted at formulating great-tasting adaptations of popular classics—dishes like tempeh fajitas, veggie potstickers, eggplant “meatballs,” polenta con fungi porcini, potato sage pizza, easy spicy tofu rollup—that can be prepared in as few as five minutes. Whether you’re cooking for a vegan or a flexitarian, everyone aspiring to eat less meat will savor this totally vegetarian food.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

This all-purpose vegetarian cookbook from the host of the PBS series Delicious TV's Totally Vegetarian offers about 200 accessible recipes—from appetizers (Fried Polenta Squares; Roasted Eggplant Caviar) to sweet finishes (Maple-Baked Pears; Nutty Shortbread Cookies; Banana-Chocolate Chip Cake). Fiore's reassuring voice makes even the (somewhat) complicated dishes seem doable; lots of variety in the ingredients and flavors make the book a handy resource for vegetarians in need of daily ideas. Some of those ideas fall into the obvious: of course there are recipes for Lentil Stew and Seared Tofu, and a few too many rely on mock meat and fish products. But there are plenty of innovative dishes along the lines of Black-Eyed Pea and Arugula Salad with Honey Vinaigrette, and Rosemary-Roasted Winter Vegetables for anyone wanting to stay interested in meat-free cuisine—as well as helpful adaptations to inspire vegans, too. (July)
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Review

"'(Includes) useful sections on kitchen equipment, food groups and recipe categories - soups, salads, breads and pasta' The Vegetarian 'Toni Fiore is particuarly gifted at formulating 'great tasting' vegetarian adaptations of popular classics.' The Jewish Vegetarian"

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Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Da Capo Lifelong Books; First Trade Paper Edition edition (September 22, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0738213144
• ISBN-13: 978-0738213149
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #31,543 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Delicious veggies! Yummm!, August 25, 2008

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Vegan Momma (Brea, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Totally Vegetarian: Easy, Fast, Comforting Cooking for Every Kind of Vegetarian (Hardcover)

Great and easy recipes! After trying a few of the dishes demonstrated on Toni's Delicious TV Totally Vegetarian show (I'm now living on crispy, wonderful tofu bites) I pre-ordered her book. I am not disappointed! The book begins with basic lists of what belongs in a functional kitchen, and, more importantly, why it belongs there. The list is limited--not a dream kitchen--a working kitchen. The recipes are doable, delicious, and quick. Toni's explanations are clear and the sequence is logical. I found a special feature for those moving into a more vegetarian lifestyle! There is an "if you like . . . then try" section in the back. So for instance, if you like beef stock, then try porcini stock. Fabulous! If you're a vegan already this is a great book for you. There are very few recipes with eggs or dairy, and even in these it's usually optional.

What I love though is the food! If you've ever thought that becoming a vegetarian or vegan was a sacrifice, think again! The dishes included in this book are varied and truly delicious (and, yes, low calorie and good for you too). Try the Moroccan Stew: a blend of roasted eggplant, cashews, tomatoes and spices. Or do the Rosemary-Roasted Winter Vegetables: roasted butternut squash, cauliflower (which rocks when it's roasted) and rosemary.

Do yourself a big favor. Go to http://www.delicioustv.com and check it out. Then buy this book!

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great recipes, but needs a little polish, September 12, 2008

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J. Love "City Farmer" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Totally Vegetarian: Easy, Fast, Comforting Cooking for Every Kind of Vegetarian (Hardcover)

If you're looking for a book with great vegetarian recipes, this is definitely one to have on hand. Everything I've made so far from it has been outstanding! The only reason I didn't give it five stars was the lack of photos...I really like having photos of every dish so I can anticipate what it will look like, especially when I'm making something new for company or a special weekend date dinner. But overall, I would highly recommend this book!

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazed Carnivore - Hungry for more!, September 1, 2008

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N. Tognella (Portland, Maine) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Totally Vegetarian: Easy, Fast, Comforting Cooking for Every Kind of Vegetarian (Hardcover)

I dare any professional chef to tell the difference between the Tofu Cannoli and a real one!! This book has opened my eyes to a whole new world of flavors and recipies. I think this book will change people's perception's about vegetarian cooking. Toni creates dishes other than just salads and tofu that is sure to satisfy just about any palate!