The New Farm Vegetarian Cookbook (Paperback)

~ Louise Hagler (Author), Dorothy R. Bates (Author) "Soybeans keep well stored in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place, so you can but them in bulk at a farmer's supply..." (more)
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Product Description

A classic book of soy-based recipes from some of the best cooks on "The Farm," an intentional community in rural Tennessee. Features over 250 cholesterol-free recipes for family favorites. Also included are detailed instructions for making tofu and other soyfoods at home, plus comprehensive nutritional information for a vegan diet.

About the Author

Louise Hagler is one of the pioneers of soyfoods cuisine and has been creating vegetarian recipes since 1969. She is a member of the International Assoc. of Culinary Professionals, and does research and recipe development from her home in rural Tennessee. She is also the author of Tofu Cookery, Soyfoods Cookery, Meatless Burgers, and Tofu Quick and Easy.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Book Publishing Company (TN); Revised edition (October 1988)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0913990604
• ISBN-13: 978-0913990605
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #45,959 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My Vegan Bible, March 18, 2002

By	K. GRIFFIN (Bethel, Alaska) - See all my reviews

I must admit that just 6 months ago there was no way I could fathom the thought of eating vegan meals on a daily basis, until I tasted a recipe out of this book. Not only was I astounded but I was also insulted. Insulted because one of my own famous recipes that I had made for years (with meat), was "up-staged" by the vegan recipe I had tasted in the New Farm Cookbook. And to add insult to injury, it took only a fraction of the time to make it! One of the main things I like about the book is that the recipes are absolutely delicious, simple, and most of the ingrediants can be found in just about anybodies cupboard. From gluten roast to non-dairy cheesecake you just can't beat it. Anyone who wants to change their diet and are skeptical would do themselves a tremendous service to get this book. I have since bought another one in case something happens to my first one. It has changed my life and I can honestly say that it is truly worth its weight in gold. This is why I call it my Vegan Bible.

26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great veggie classic!, June 18, 2004

By	Fanshawe (SC, USA) - See all my reviews

Fist of all, skimming through this book is really a trip...I love the sort of "70's hippie layout" and hope they never change this!
As far as content, I have to echo others...a great book, chock full of great, simple recipes! My version is a little older, but I think that little has been changed over the years. It's a bit of a time capsule. It's just a wealth of great, basic vegetarian info. How to make your own tofu, tempeh, etc. In fact, you can still buy tempeh starter from the Mail Order Catalog (based at the Farm), follow the recipe here and you can't go wrong.
Most of the recipes are for family friendly, down home kinds of meals, just adapted to the veggie palate. One really gets the impression that many of the Farm folks, having presumably grown up on a sort of 50's homestyle cooking, reworked a lot of this into real family-type, comfort foods. My personal favorite recipe is the Soft Sandwich buns!
Speaking of family, there is a great deal of info here about vegetarian nutrition for pregnant and nursing women, and children.
The Farm has been around for decades, and is still going...they must be doing something right!

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Staple cookbook, January 8, 2005

By	kaelen (ny, ny) - See all my reviews

I love this cookbook. i've been a vegan for almost five years and have had this since day one.
i recommend this book to all vegans just starting out. the recipes are very simple to prepare, and they are basic foods that everyone loves. this is the only cookbook where i've cooked almost everything in the book and liked it all. many vegans starting out may be intimidated and think they don't have many meal options. with these recipes, there are always leftovers that they can be munched on all week long. aside from the simplicity of the meals, the portions are large. i always make the TVP gravy and Sloppy Joes. there is minimal cooking involved and i always have leftovers.
for the experienced vegan, there are great recipes like alfredo sauce and meals with nutritional yeast (an acquired taste - i didn't eat it for a LONG time) that never get old. Janie's good biscuits are a classic!
another plus is that since the book was written in the 70's, there aren't any "special" ingredients needed. no extravagant gourmet meals here, you won't have to drive around town looking for kelp powder or mushrooms you've never heard of. highly recommended.