Living Vegetarian for Dummies by Suzanne Havala Hobbs 2009 Paperback Guide
$ 1.98
Topic:
Vegetarian, Agriculture & Food (See Also Political Science / Public Policy / Agriculture & Food Policy)
Item Length:
9.2 in
LCCN:
2009-939781
brand:
Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
Format:
Trade Paperback
gtin13:
9780470523025
Intended Audience:
Trade
Edition:
2
ISBN-13:
9780470523025
Item Weight:
18.4 Oz
Publisher:
Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
Number of Pages:
384 Pages
Table Of Content:
Foreword xxv Introduction 1 Part I: Being Vegetarian: What It's All About 9 Chapter 1: Vegetarianism 101: Starting with the Basics 11 Chapter 2: Vegetarians Are Sprouting Up All Over: Why Meatless Makes Sense 25 Chapter 3: Nutrition Know-How for Living Vegetarian 37 Chapter 4: Supplement Savvy 59 Chapter 5: Making the Transition to Meat-Free 73 Part II: Planning and Preparing Your Vegetarian Kitchen 89 Chapter 6: Getting Familiar with Common Vegetarian Ingredients 91 Chapter 7: Shopping and Stocking Your Vegetarian Pantry 107 Chapter 8: Cooking Tools and Techniques 123 Part III: Meals Made Easy: Recipes for Everyone 145 Chapter 9: Beyond Cereal and Toast: Whipping Up Breakfast Basics 147 Chapter 10: Serving Simple Starters 161 Chapter 11: Enjoying Easy Soups, Salads, and Sides 173 Chapter 12: Making Meatless Main Dishes 183 Chapter 13: Baking Easy Breads and Rolls 197 Chapter 14: Dishing Out Delicious Desserts 205 Chapter 15: Celebrating the Holidays, Vegetarian-Style 217 Part IV: Living -- and Loving -- the Vegetarian Lifestyle 227 Chapter 16: Getting Along When You're the Only Vegetarian in the House 229 Chapter 17: Vegetarian Etiquette in a Nonvegetarian World 237 Chapter 18: Dining Away from Home in Restaurants and Other Venues 251
Genre:
Cooking, Social Science
Author:
Suzanne Havala Hobbs
LC Classification Number:
TX392
Illustrator:
Yes
Synopsis:
Practical ways to explore and adapt a vegetarian lifestyle Are you considering a vegetarian diet for yourself or your family? Wondering if it's safe and how you'll get the right amount of nutrients? This authoritative guide has all the answers you need about living vegetarian, featuring healthful advice as well as delicious dishes involving vegetables, fruits, grains, and dairy. Inside you'll find expert advice on adopting a vegetarian lifestyle, from creating a vegetarian shopping list and understanding the nutritional aspects of vegetarian eating, to using the right cooking supplies to vegetarian etiquette, eating out, and converting a kitchen-and your family's mindset-away from meat. You'll discover how to make it work when you're the only member of the house who is vegetarian, as well as how to support a family member, including a child. Provides the latest information on vegetarian diets as they relate to health, the environment, and other areas of our lives Includes tips for gradually reducing your meat intake Explains the benefits of a vegetarian lifestyle Offers dozens of new recipes designed to ease the transition from omnivore to vegetarian Whether you're a long-time vegetarian or just starting out, Living Vegetarian For Dummies, 2nd Edition is your guide to evaluating and enjoying a meat-free lifestyle., Learn to: Explore and adopt a vegetarian lifestyle Go vegetarian with a healthy and nutritionally balanced diet Be vegetarian and still shop in supermarkets and eat out at restaurants Cook easy and tasty vegetarian meals from the dozens of included recipes Your practical guide to a healthy vegetarian lifestyle Are you considering becoming a vegetarian? This comprehensive guide gives you all the expert advice you need to make the transition smooth, healthy, and happy for yourself and your family. Living Vegetarian For Dummies covers everything from converting your kitchen to a meat-free space to following basic vegetarian etiquette. Defining vegetarianism -- the how and why of vegetarian living, benefits for you and the planet, proper nutritional guidance, and ways to make the transition Playing the name game -- easy-to-understand explanations of lacto ovo vegetarianism, veganism, flexitarianism, and more Equipping a vegetarian kitchen -- information on common ingredients, how to keep your shopping costs low, and cooking tools and techniques Cooking vegetarian -- dozens of tasty recipes the whole family will enjoy, from soups, salads, and sides to hearty main dishes Living vegetarian for life -- tips for moving through life while living and eating among meat eaters, dating nonvegetarians, managing pregnancy, and aging healthfully Replacing meat and meat byproducts -- suggestions for using vegetarian substitutes and replacement ingredients in place of meat in your favorite traditional recipes Open the book and find: Health benefits of a vegetarian lifestyle Nutrition know-how for living vegetarian Food shopping tips Tips on getting the vitamins and minerals you need Different approaches to ease your transition away from meat Basics of food label lingo Ways to eat vegetarian while dining out and on the go Practical advice on entertaining your nonvegetarian guests Meatless meals that the whole family will love
Item Width:
7.4 in
Item Height:
1 in
ISBN-10:
0470523026
Language:
English
Publication Year:
2009
Book Title:
Living Vegetarian for Dummies
This book is a fantastic guide for anyone exploring vegetarianism! Packed with practical tips, easy recipes, and nutritional advice, it makes the transition smooth and enjoyable. Suzanne Havala Hobbs breaks down everything in a simple, approachable way—perfect for beginners. Whether you're cutting out meat for health, ethics, or the environment, this book has you covered. Highly recommend!