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Veganomicon: The Ultimate Vegan Cookbook
by
Isa Chandra Moskowitz (Goodreads Author),
Terry Hope Romero
Who knew vegetables could taste so good? Moskowitz and Romero's newest delicious collection makes it easier than ever to live vegan. You'll find more than 250 recipes--plus menus and stunning color photos--for dishes that will please every palate. All the recipes in Veganomicon have been thoroughly kitchen-tested to ensure user-friendliness and amazing results. And by popu...more
Hardcover, 336 pages
Published
November 2nd 2007
by Da Capo Lifelong Books
(first published October 1st 2007)
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Nov 13, 2007
Lisa Vegan
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
all cookbook collectors, all vegans & vegetarians and those who enjoy delicious food
Well, for some reason I thought that this was going to be more like a thorough vegan Joy of Cooking type book but it isn’t quite so comprehensive. However; it is great, and I didn’t end up being disappointed.
Only cons:
1. all the photos are in the middle of the book vs. on the recipe pages
2. for my taste too long vegetable steaming times given (although possibly they & I are thinking of different sized pieces of veggies)
3. and most importantly: the authors don’t have a restaurant serving the...more
Only cons:
1. all the photos are in the middle of the book vs. on the recipe pages
2. for my taste too long vegetable steaming times given (although possibly they & I are thinking of different sized pieces of veggies)
3. and most importantly: the authors don’t have a restaurant serving the...more
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Veganomicon is the grown-up version of Vegan with a Vengeance. Not its momma but the grown-up post punk herself. Still the same intelligent, clever and witty writing and the same mind-blowingly creative recipes but this time there is some very helpful information on kitchen necessities, both cookware and pantry staples, basic information on how to prepare different types of produce, some very grown-up and organized menus and the layout is beautifully refined. Much like I am trying to be in this...more
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My wife & I have been working through this cookbook for a year now. Finally, I am going to write my review of it. Isa Chandra Moskowitz is a vegan foodie sensation. If you make vegan food regularly, you know there are basic techniques and styles we all rely on, and every once in a while, some sort of revolution sweeps through the vegan cooking world, and suddenly everyone is looking at their tofu a little differently. Veganomicon is that moment.
We are busy people who love to cook delicious...more
We are busy people who love to cook delicious...more
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First, the recipes are very well written and explained. The authors don't leave out any details, and include things like "when you bake this cake, it's really really important to not open the oven for at least 45 minutes no matter how tempting it is". They include lots of variations for most recipes. Most importantly, the recipes are very weeknight: A lot of them are pretty quick to prepare, very tasty, and don't necessarily involve a billion different steps and sub-recipes.
I've either liked or...more
I've either liked or...more
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This is a phenomenal cookbook for anyone who likes to cook and eat delicious food, vegan or vegetarian or BBQ-snarfer. The whole section on how to cook vegetables is worth the price alone (I had no idea how amazing roasted green beans were, for example) and the Simple Seitan recipe is a streamlined (and yummier) version of the one in Vegan With A Vengeance.
So far I have made the Leek and Bean Cassoulet with Biscuits, the Chestnut Lentil Pate, the Kalamata Dip, the Seitan Piccata, the Chickpea C...more
So far I have made the Leek and Bean Cassoulet with Biscuits, the Chestnut Lentil Pate, the Kalamata Dip, the Seitan Piccata, the Chickpea C...more
This is a great cookbook for both dyed-in-the-wool vegans and those omnivores who want to mix it up a little. Myself, I'm a longtime vegetarian who considers himself a vegan-wanna-be (I love vegan food to death but I still can't give up ice cream, cheese or cream cheese) and this book makes me really think I could make the leap and keep my taste buds happy. After I finish this pint of Rum Raisin, that is...(ahem).
ANYway.
The book is written with a breezy sense of humor that will make readers of...more
ANYway.
The book is written with a breezy sense of humor that will make readers of...more
I obtained a copy of Veganomicon months before making the switch over (hell, I wasn't even a vegetarian at that point), and really enjoyed the recipes even then. After becoming a vegan, Veganomicon was that much more valuable. The recipes in this cookbook are great - well thought through, easy to make (most of the time), and typically quite healthy. Isa and Terry write with humor and provide excellent information. And, of course, most importantly, these recipes produce GREAT food. Om-to-the-Nom-...more
Last fall my husband decided that he wanted to take vegetarianism a step further and become a vegan. (That means no eggs or dairy in addition to no meat.) I really tried to be supportive, and bought a book that he had recommended to him, but the recipes it had generally called for ingredients that I couldn’t find and many ingredients that I wasn’t allowed to eat anyway (because my baby had terrible reflux, and one of these days I’ll get around to writing about that debacle). So after a couple mo...more
Veganomicon is heralded as “the ultimate vegan cookbook” and you won't find any argument from this author. Like an encyclopedia this book has a recipe for any occasion. The two authors, Isa Chandra Moskowitz and Terry Hope Romero, have enough published volumes under their belts to have achieved cult vegan fame and now they're graduating to hardcover Joy of Cooking-style staying power.
The layout and design of this book is welcoming, polished and professional. These authors are all grown up and h...more
The layout and design of this book is welcoming, polished and professional. These authors are all grown up and h...more
This truly is the ultimate vegan cookbook. It's like a god damn encyclopedia! It has information on kitchen utensils, pantry staples, menu planning, and more. Although some of these recipes are very advanced you don't have to be an experienced cook to use the recipes. There is even a breakdown of basic cooking terms so you won't get lost. This book is so clever too. It's very relatable and has a warm humor. The variety of recipes will appeal to any vegan (except the raw vegan, there's nothing fo...more
I am like 90% pescatarian, meaning that throughout a month like 90% of what I eat contains no soil- or earthbound or non-sea worthy animal components except dairy, because I love cheese to an almost shameful degree. The 10% of my diet that is made from earth-roaming beasts comes generally in the form of charcuterie at nice restaurants or the infrequent baconing of some component of a meal or if I go to my parents for a meal, as they eat pretty much only animals and potatoes, in thick animal grav...more
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I purchased this cookbook on the recommendation of a friend who is a devout vegan. I have a family history of heart disease, and have always kept an ear out for the latest on heart health research. As the research on the heart benefits of plant based diets stacked up, I figured I'd dip a toe into vegan world.
I've been a virtual vegetarian for years, based simple on taste preferences. No matter how hard I try, I cannot cook meat. And I don't mean that I look at it and cry because it was once a cu...more
I've been a virtual vegetarian for years, based simple on taste preferences. No matter how hard I try, I cannot cook meat. And I don't mean that I look at it and cry because it was once a cu...more
I've had this book for going on a year now. I made my first recipe from it last night---Pumpkin Baked Ziti with Caramelized Onions and Sage Crumb Topping. Cashew "Ricotta" is my new favorite thing. Omnivore hubby (who does not like ricotta cheese) had a big serving then helped himself to seconds. To me that is always the highest recommendation for a vegan or vegetarian recipe. If you like lots of pictures with your cook books you will be disappointed in that respect (although there is a mouthwat...more
May 09, 2011
A
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Lentil Lovers and Veggie Vigilantes
Recommended to A by:
Isa Chandra herself
I was first introduced to the wit and flavor of Isa Chandra Moskowitz through www.theppk.com, her blog. I picked up a copy of Veganomicon after reading a lot of the website and I have to say that I absolutely love this cookbook. Not only does it have a lot of helpful cooking tips and instructions, it breaks down what items are useful for a well-stocked vegan pantry and has really inspired me to do a lot of food exploring. I love the symbols by each recipe that tell you pertinent info such as whe...more
God, I wanted to love this cookbook. Picked it up when it was brand new, as Vegan with a Vengeance is one of my favorites. I appreciate the idea behind it - so many vegan cookbooks are thin paperbacks that it's a cool idea to try to up the game with a nice solid hardback. But in my opinion, this is a middle ground cookbook - too highfalutin for daily use, but not quite polished enough for special events.
Other than a few standbys, I rarely use this cookbook because it is chock o' block with the...more
Other than a few standbys, I rarely use this cookbook because it is chock o' block with the...more
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This is an unusual book - a cookery book that you can sit down and read. it's written with style and humour, full of thoughts about the theory and reality of cooking as well as recipes. I found it a very inspiring read.
I'm not a vegan. I'm not planning on becomnig a vegan but I consider this book a very valuable addition to the shelves because it will help me broaden my repertoire (I'm vegetarian) and reduce my dependence on animal products.
There are a lot of good, quick, easy to follow recipies...more
I'm not a vegan. I'm not planning on becomnig a vegan but I consider this book a very valuable addition to the shelves because it will help me broaden my repertoire (I'm vegetarian) and reduce my dependence on animal products.
There are a lot of good, quick, easy to follow recipies...more
Oh Isa and Terry! Where have you been! I am new to this dynamic duo of vegan cooks, but I am now a superfan.
My introduction came through a friend that pulled a cupcake recipe from their web site and made it for a BBQ. Between the 2 families, we have serious food restrictions (allergies for some, special diets for others) and so making a dessert that everyone could enjoy was a serious challenge. After devouring one of the best cupcakes I have ever had (not simply best 'vegan' but a best anything...more
My introduction came through a friend that pulled a cupcake recipe from their web site and made it for a BBQ. Between the 2 families, we have serious food restrictions (allergies for some, special diets for others) and so making a dessert that everyone could enjoy was a serious challenge. After devouring one of the best cupcakes I have ever had (not simply best 'vegan' but a best anything...more
This is the first cookbook I purchased as a vegan and it remains my without-a-doubt favorite. A great go-to for life-long vegans and newbies alike.
The Pros: First, and most importantly, the book is stuffed with tasty recipes. I have gone through nearly every one, and have only found two that I don't think I'll attempt again: the Mac Daddy (which, honestly, can't be held against the authors, as I do not consider it possible to make a convincing and tasty cheese alternative) and the Almesan (anoth...more
The Pros: First, and most importantly, the book is stuffed with tasty recipes. I have gone through nearly every one, and have only found two that I don't think I'll attempt again: the Mac Daddy (which, honestly, can't be held against the authors, as I do not consider it possible to make a convincing and tasty cheese alternative) and the Almesan (anoth...more
This is a really great vegan cookbook. Everything I've made from here has been delicious, except for the potato enchiladas, which were tasty but more work than they were worth (although I didn't have toasted pumpkin seeds handy, which MAY have added whatever made it worth the more than 2 hours it took to make ...)
All in all, great cookbook. Really well written recipes, and very well organized.
All in all, great cookbook. Really well written recipes, and very well organized.
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A lot of vegan cookbooks leave me feeling overwhelmed and ready to raise my would-be semi-vegetarian white flag in defeat and go make a grilled cheese sandwich for dinner instead. This book is super accessible, and I appreciate that the authors made an effort to spotlight recipes with ingredients you can find at most grocery stores and when they do have a recipe with a specialty ingredient you'll probably have to get at an organic grocery store, they generally provide a stopgap alternative. The...more
There will never be such a thing as an exhaustive cookbook, but this one does a superb job at compiling an extensive variety of vegan recipes. Interested in the health benefits of a vegan diet, I was admittedly concerned about not finding vary many, if any, recipes that I would like. With sections devoted to just about anything (breakfast, sauces, snacks, appetizers, casseroles, desserts, etc.), including complete meals for themes, my wife and I found many delicious recipes that we've tried and...more
I love this book. It's not really for beginners though, so if you are, you might find it intimidating. The authors' style is quirky and fun too, and I've only had it a couple of weeks and have used it a dozen times. I really like it. You either need to be willing to plan ahead (for ingredients) or have a very well-stocked pantry, which I do. I love this book.
P.S. Okay, after reading other reviews, I see that perhaps this IS good for beginners. But I guess what I meant is not that beginning cooks...more
P.S. Okay, after reading other reviews, I see that perhaps this IS good for beginners. But I guess what I meant is not that beginning cooks...more
Dec 02, 2008
Trena
rated it
4 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Vegetarians, Vegans, and those who love and cook for them
Many of my friends have loved this cookbook so I figured I should check it out. I think the praise is well-deserved. It contains a lot of imaginative recipes way beyond the usual (I stopped buying cookbooks several years ago because there was never anything really new in them). Most of the recipes can be made with items found in a regular grocery store, though there is a little reliance on specialty items that I'm sure are easy to locate in NYC but not so much for the rest of the US. I really ha...more
This book came recommended by my local coffee shop hero. A long time vegan, he said he had a truly boring food life because he couldn't cook. He credits this book with teaching him how to make a killer vegan meal.
This is a great book for a beginner, there are sections on how to cook grains or prep/roast different vegetables. I think it's an awesome step in the learning to cook direction.
As someone who is a little more well versed in the ways of the kitchen, I still find this book handy. I've bee...more
This is a great book for a beginner, there are sections on how to cook grains or prep/roast different vegetables. I think it's an awesome step in the learning to cook direction.
As someone who is a little more well versed in the ways of the kitchen, I still find this book handy. I've bee...more
definitely worth owning--even though joe and i are vegetarians, not vegans. some really great recipes in here. everything i have tried was great.
one thing i could do without is all the identity-claims the author felt compelled to make. i don't care that she fancies herself a bit counter-culture. i don't need her to reference bands from the early 80s or the fact that she doesn't have/doesn't know what a hedge fund is. i got this book because i wanted some more ideas about what i could make for di...more
one thing i could do without is all the identity-claims the author felt compelled to make. i don't care that she fancies herself a bit counter-culture. i don't need her to reference bands from the early 80s or the fact that she doesn't have/doesn't know what a hedge fund is. i got this book because i wanted some more ideas about what i could make for di...more
This was another book I picked up for possible T-day recipes. I'm not vegan or anything, but I'd heard of it and it was actually in at the library on the day we hiked down to look.
It was fun to flip-through - the tone is sort of fun conversational, like you were hanging out with a hip friend of a friend who is walking you through cooking vegan. On the other hand, I thought it suffered from the depressingly common "let's try to make non-vegan stuff vegan". Some of this I can live with, but some o...more
It was fun to flip-through - the tone is sort of fun conversational, like you were hanging out with a hip friend of a friend who is walking you through cooking vegan. On the other hand, I thought it suffered from the depressingly common "let's try to make non-vegan stuff vegan". Some of this I can live with, but some o...more
everything I've made from this has been delicious, every time. it has tons of recipes for all kinds of things, and while it does get crafty and creative with how to eat vegan (it's not all salad), it also sticks to actual food. it uses some mid-level esoteric ingredients, which was really obnoxious the first half-dozen times I picked it up to make something from it, but now I really appreciate that I have tamarind and pomegranate molasses on hand. I do find the recipes somewhat fussy and assume...more
I've made 3 recipes from this book and they have all been extremely tasty: Spaghetti Squash with Black Beans and Pineapple Salsa, Collard Greens with a Smoky Marinade, and Seitanic Red a& White Bean Jambalaya. Plus I read through the beginning of the book which offers tips on how to cut out some of the fat even in your vegan diet and the opening chapters provide tips on cooking everything from different veggies (like how to roast eggplant or cook your greens) to cooking whole grains like qui...more
Simple instructions, tested recipes, good taste. I am not a vegan or even vegetarian, I just like good food. I have liked every recipe I have used form this book. I adapt some of them using cow milk rather than soy, or butter instead of oil, but I have also made many of the recipes just as they are and I have served them with great success to folks who are openly skeptical of vegan/vegetarian cooking. I also have the book on my phone Kindle so when picking up stuff for dinner I can have the ingr...more
Going to have to buy this one. Ready to run out to the grocery store and start cooking!! Lots of yummy sounding things. Eggless crepes seem a little weird, and I did skip over the tofu/seitan section, because that is some kooky ooky stuff, and the family won't eat it.
All in all, though, it's a solid book that I think most anyone would eat out of. Easy to get a hold of ingredients, relatively fast cook times (range from 20 mins to 2 hours), even the longer cook times were "hurry up and wait" rat...more
All in all, though, it's a solid book that I think most anyone would eat out of. Easy to get a hold of ingredients, relatively fast cook times (range from 20 mins to 2 hours), even the longer cook times were "hurry up and wait" rat...more
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