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

by Toni Fiore

Book Overview

Each day brings new findings about the myriad health benefits of a plant-based diet, but for many, the art of easily preparing vegetarian food as delicious and nourishing as the foods they're accustomed to has remained a mystery--until now. Toni Fiore, the host and creator of Delicious TV's Totally Vegetarian --the innovative vegetarian cooking show on public television, now seen by nearly 100 million viewers--is fast becoming one of the most trusted,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0738211834
• ISBN13: 9780738211831
• Release Date: August 2008
• Publisher: Da Capo Press
• Length: 273 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.9" x 9.4"

Customer Reviews

The Best Ever!!!

I'm a serious foodie. I obsess over food, recipes, tv shows, cookbooks, cooking, ingredients and on and on. I downloaded Delicious TV to my iPod about a year ago and have been watching episodes at work. I've tried so many recipes from the show and the cookbook especially the things I didn't know if I would like ( collards, onions and apples for example). Its incredibly amazing how good tasting, easy to prepare and inexpensive these recipes are. So I've realized that now I can spend my money a little more wisely, eat healthier but well and not burn up a lot of brain cells doing it. Wow! That's a tall order pleasantly filled! So I'm selling all my cookbooks except Totally Vegetarian of course, and withdrawing from the websites I usually spend hours on, and making life simpler and more enjoyable. No, I haven't gone completely vegetarian but I'm eating much less meat and dairy and I feel noticeably better. That's a benefit I wasn't necessarily looking for but received all the same. Fabulous!!!

Totally Vegetarian

My youngest daughter had checked this book out of her local library; she loved it and shared it with me while I was visiting her. I thought it was terrific; I especially enjoyed reading the hints and bits of information highlighted on certain pages. My oldest daughter prepares many vegetarian meals for herself; althouigh she has several vegetarian cookbooks, she did not have this one, so I thought that it would make a good Christmas present for her. I bought two copies, one for each daughter, and they are thrilled with my gift! Now I need to buy one fo myself!

Amazed Carnivore - Hungry for more!

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!

Such an easy read!

This book is a delight! So easy to read...it's more like having a conversation with the author. The layout is great and easy to follow the recipes. Vegetarian or not, I highly recommend this book to anyone who is interested in delicious healthful eating. Thanks Chef Toni!

Delicious veggies! Yummm!

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!