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Book SynopsisRosalind Creasy, a guru of edible landscaping, does it again with The Italian Vegetable Gardenan invitation to grow and prepare some of the exceptional varieties of produce for which Italian cooking is so justly famous. This beautifully illustrated guide to growing Italian vegetables gives you tips for planting and preparing fantastic varieties of tomatoes, greens, beans, eggplants, artichokes, peppers, herbs and more! Readers will find suggestions on how to grow Italian vegetables in most North American climates, and how to prepare these fresh veggies with more than 25 recipes for antipasti, soups, sauces and sidesfrom a delicious classic marinara to bread pudding with artichokesand even preserves. Mouthwatering photos throughout evoke the flavors of these delectable vegetables and dishes, and highlights Italian specialties, such as the greens that grow wild on Italy's hillsides. With a new preface by Creasy, as well as updated recommendations, this book continues to be a trusted r
Trade Review"Gorgeous full color photos throughout evoke the flavors of these delectable vegetables and dishes, and highlights Italian specialties, such as the greens that grow wild on Italy's hillsides. With a new preface by Creasy, as well as updated recommendations,
The Italian Vegetable Garden continues to be a trusted and treasured resource for gardeners and kitchen cooks alike!"
-- Midwest Book Review"…a great garden book to get you well on your way to creating a garden filled with vegetables used in Italian cookery."
-- SensibleGardening.com
