Synopses & Reviews
When it comes to traditional comfort food, most of the key ingredients are off-limits to health-conscious vegans. But giving up shepherd's pie, eggplant parm, and cheesy rice casserole was not an option for Julie Hasson, who took on the challenge to recreate flavors she loved, but without the cheese, eggs, butter, and cholesterol. The focus is on whole-food ingredients crafted into healthier takes on old favorites. The results are a mix of retro flavorswith nacho cheesy sauces and a lighter cream of mushroom soup for that creamy goodnessand fresh, veggie-forward dishes like cabbage rolls and creamed greens. Make your own casserole creations by pairing any of the super-simple sauces with your favorite veggies and rice or pasta. Dig in!
Review
and#147;When it comes to taste, the author succeeds with flavorful recipes ... includes tempting photos, variations, gluten-free adaptations, ingredients information, and buying resources. VERDICT: This work will appeal to those looking to expand beyond the few token casserole recipes found in most general vegan cookbooks.and#8221;
-Library Journal
and#147;Vegan Casseroles ably reinvents cozy, cherished classics, providing indulgent flavors without sacrificing health. DISCOVER: Healthy, compassionate comfort food without the guilt.and#8221;
and#150;Shelf Awareness for Readers
Synopsis
Vegan expert Robin Robertson presents 100 of the most inspiring and essential vegan recipes in this must-have, beautifully photographed kitchen companion.
About the Author
Julie Hasson is the author of 8 cookbooks, including
Vegan Diner and
Vegan Pizza. Julie opened the original Babycakes Bakery (a wholesale bakery that supplied Los Angeles restaurants and coffeehouses with artisan baked goods) and has has contributed articles and recipes to
Bon Appetit, Cooking Light, Vegetarian Times, and
Family Fun magazines; and is also the host of the Internet cooking show
Everyday Dish. Julie has been featured in print, and on TV and radio, including the Cooking Channel,
Good Food America,
Better Portland, Good Day Oregon, Martha Stewart Living Radio,
VegNews Magazine, and
Vegetarian Times, as well as numerous radio and TV shows across the country. Julie is currently the Healthy Living Expert on
Good Day Oregon, and was one of the hosts of the TV cooking show
15 and Done.Julie and her husband, Jay, just launched a line of gluten-free vegan baking mixes called Julie's Original, and they live in Portland.