Vegan Ireland: Cookbooks

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Vegan Cooking, Recipes for beginners

This book is a classic introduction to vegan cooking, and is recommended for those who are new to veganism.

Author: Eva Batt.

"Vegan Cooking" covers:

All staples you will need in the kitchen,
Recipes that are extremely straightforward to prepare,
A complete nutritional guide to the vegan diet,
The different protein supplements - such as tofu, soya, t.v.p, ect,
A wide range of dishes and meal types from breakfasts to snacks, lunches, dinner and entertaining.

Eva Batt was a vegan cookery pioneer and her book is much revered by the Vegan Society.
For more information on Eva Batt, read Vegan Founders.

The Complete Vegan Kitchen

The Complete Vegan Kitchen: An Introduction to Vegan Cooking with More than 300 Delicious Recipes-from Easy to Elegant.

Author: Jannequin Bennett.

For the person new to veganism, this book provides information on a vegan diet, nutritional information, and recipes with familiar foods and techniques.
For the person more experienced with a vegan diet, this book provides recipes that will broaden their culinary horizon.

"The powerful nutrition information in the first forty pages is worth the price of the book!"
Neal D. Barnard, M.D., President, Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine".

The Vegan Cookbook

More than 200 recipes using no animal produce.

Author : Alan Wakeman and Gordon Baskerville.

First published in 1986, this book covers:

More than 200 vegan recipes,
Notes on vegan nutrition,
All the reasons to go vegan.

The recipes are very simple, delicious and do not require many ingredients. This book is therefore ideal for anyone new to veganism.

The Ultimate Uncheese Cookbook

Delicious Dairy-Free Cheeses and Classic "Uncheese" Dishes.

Author : Joanne Stepaniak.

This book will help you to create:

Vegan cheeses that can be used in sandwiches, cream cheese, or any cheese that can be used in desserts, pizza, fondues, etc,

"Blocks" of cheese,

Tasty recipes easy to make, cheap with ingredients easily obtainable.

Note:
The index is thoughtfully categorized according to gluten-free recipes, soy-free recipes, nut-free recipes, yeast-free recipes, and corn-free recipes.

The tofu Cookbook

Over 150 quick and easy recipes.

Author : Leah Leneman.

High in protein, low in calories and cholesterol free, tofu has been used in cooking in the Far East for centuries.

If you have bought some tofu and don’t know what to do with it apart from the usual stir-fry, this book:

Shows how easy it is to use tofu in vegan recipes,

Explains all the different types of tofu and how to make tofu at home,

Offers great and easy to follow recipes.

If you think tofu is bland and boring, get that book and become an expert in making tofu cheesecake, shepherd’s pie, spinach & mushroom lasagna, strawberry cream, and many more tasty and healthy recipes.

Note:
Leah Leneman is well-known as a vegan cookery writer and author. She also wrote Vegan Cooking for one and Easy Vegan Cooking.

Easy Vegan Cooking

Over 350 Delicious Recipes for Every Occasion.

Author : Leah Leneman.

Easy Vegan Cooking is a perfect introduction to vegan cooking.

The recipes are easy to make, healthy and delicious, the ingredients are easy to find, and overall, this book shows how creative and varied vegan cooking can be.

The book includes:

Quick and easy recipes,

Dishes from every corner of the world,

Recipes for one,

Exciting dinner party ideas,

Sugar-free desserts and cakes.

Note:
Leah Leneman is well-known as a vegan cookery writer and author. She also wrote The tofu Cookbook and Vegan Cooking for one.

The Vegan Table

200 unforgettable recipes for entertaining every guest at every occasion.

Author : Colleen Patrick-Goudreau.

A celebration of plant-based cuisine, The Vegan Table offers recipes and menus for every occasion and season, including romantic meals, traditional tea parties, formal dinners, casual gatherings, children’s parties, and holiday feasts.

Packed with invaluable tips, expert advice, fascinating lore, delicious recipes, and gorgeous full-color photographs, The Vegan Table is the ultimate guide, whether you are hosting an intimate gathering of close friends or a large party with an open guest list.

Pumpkin Curry,

Roasted Red Pepper, Artichoke, and Pesto Sandwiches,

Creamy Macaroni and Cheese,

Elegantly Simple Stuffed Bell Peppers,

Pasta Primavera with Fresh Veggies and Herbs,

Tempeh and Eggplant Pot Pies,

African Sweet Potato and Peanut Stew,

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Apples and Onions,

Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce,

South of the Border Pizza,

Tofu Spinach Lasagna,

Blackberry Pecan Crisp,

Flourless Chocolate Tart,

Red Velvet Cake with Buttercream Frosting, etc.

More info about this book: The Vegan Table.

The Joy of Vegan Baking

The Compassionate Cooks' Traditional Treats and Sinful Sweets.

Author : Colleen Patrick-Goudreau.

Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, who is also the author of the Vegan Table, debunks the myth that vegan baking is an inferior alternative to non-vegan baking by presenting 150 mouth watering recipes that are easy to make and really tasty.

This book, which also includes full colour photos, will be a valuable resource for everyone, novice or experienced cook.

Learn how to make:

Chocolate Chip Scones,

Apple Pie,

Lemon Cheesecake,

Dessert Crêpes,

Strawberry Pie with Chocolate Chunks,

Cinnamon Coffee Cake,

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes,

Raspberry Sorbet,

Oatmeal Raisin Cookies,

Soft Pretzels,

Blueberry Cobbler,

Chocolate Almond Brittle, etc.

More info about this book: The Joy of Vegan Baking.

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Vegan cupcakes

Vegan cupcakes take over the world.

Authors: Isa Chandra Moskowitz & Terry Hope Romero.

Learn how to make vegan cupcakes with cheap ingredients.

This beautiful book contains full colour photographs and offers great recipes that are easy to make, delicious and original (green tea cupcakes, anyone?).

The only downside to this book is that it is mostly aimed at an American public, since the ingredients are measured in cups and not grams, and some ingredients might be hard to find in Ireland, so you will have to substitute some ingredients with others.

Color Me Vegan

Maximize Your Nutrient Intake and Optimize Your Health by Eating Antioxidant-Rich, Fiber-Packed, Color-Intense Meals.

Author: Colleen Patrick-Goudreau.

Phytonutrients are the most powerful, pigmented antioxidants found in fruits and vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts and seeds.

You can incorporate phytonutrients into your meals by eating a wide range of foods from every colour of the rainbow: reds, yellows, oranges, greens, blues and purples.

Colleen Patrick-Goudreau uses the colours of the rainbow to provide us with an amazing range of recipes, from starters and salads, to main dishes and desserts, in every colour.

Each chapter of the book refers to a colour. For example, chapter "Color Me Blue" will show you how to make:

Radicchio Fennel Salad with Caper Dressing,
Chilled Blueberry Mango Soup,
Lavender-Roasted Purple Onions,
Eggplant with Dengaku (Sweet Miso) Sauce,
Purple Plum Pie with Crumble Topping, etc.

Note: the book is not yet released, but you can pre-order it at www.amazon.co.uk.

Vegan Cooking For One

Author: Leah Leneman.

From the Back Cover:
It is easy to get stuck in a cooking rut if you are preparing food just for yourself.
If you live alone or are the only vegan in the family, help is at hand from top cookery writer Leah Leneman.

In tune with the seasons, whether it is a cold winter's night or a hot summer's day, the recipes will always suit your needs.
Leneman has also gone global, bringing in influences and seasonings from around the world o make this a diverse and delicious collection.
With weekly shopping lists to help you plan ahead and simple recipes, Leneman takes the hard work out of cooking. Recognizing that vegans often have to cook for one, all recipe measurements are for a single portion but can easily be extended.

Leah Leneman is a renowned vegan cookery writer and her books include Easy Vegan Cooking and The Tofu Cookbook, also published by Thorson's. Vegan Cooking for One is a new edition of The Single Vegan with over 70 new recipes.

Read Little bird's review of Vegan Cooking For One.