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Vegan eating isn't a new cookbook trend, but this book is different, aimed directly at children and teens, who are often more committed to changing the world by their actions. Although there are vegan cookbooks by tattooed tough guys, beautiful health-bunnies, nutritional gurus and eco warriors, few address the problem that most kids don't like to eat their kind of food. Eating interesting and healthy vegan food is easier for adults, with time to prepare and more-sophisticated tastebuds that relish the fusion of spices and flavours (and vegetables). Feeding kids is often a challenge, and veganism adds an extra twist. Many children and teenagers are making this dietary choice, but still demand food that they like to eat. For the cook, the need is for dishes that are feasible to put together, day in day out, and yet fulfil requirements for health and nutrition. This book makes it possible: yummy, accessible food that has kid-appeal, is healthy, and not too time-consuming either. These are recipes for the dishes that we know kids want to eat, vegan or not. Some might not like pasta with wet (or dry) sauce, some may object to relishes on their burgers, or too-spicy stir-fries, or just to roasted veg – but we guarantee there will be something here they like: tikka-style tofu wrap; spag veganese; ‘no-fish’ and chips; sticky tofu noodles; chocolate cake; it’s-not-cheesecake. Eating a balanced diet is important for all of us, not just for children and teenagers (and students), and now is the best time to enjoy cooking up some healthy, delicious recipes with everyday appeal. Happy vegan eating!

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There is a whole host of people who have heard the arguments for eating more vegetables, who know the ethical and environmental issues around dairy and meat farming, but who don’t want to sign up to a whole new way of life. Virtually Vegan is for them! With over 120 delicious recipes, Heather Whinney reveals how you can make proper, hearty food that just happens to be vegan. Every recipe is designed with a sensible storecupboard in mind, to keep special ingredients to a minimum. And the recipes contain hints and tips for how you can, if you want, use dairy or meat on days when you want a day off from the vegan regime. Why not try a classic breakfast of Spelt Pancakes with Cherries and Maple Syrup, a quick weeknight supper of Mixed Mushroom Laksa, or fun food to share with friends like Quesadillas with Avocado, Tomato and Green Chilli Salsa. And with a dedicated baking section, discover how to make each cake, cookie or ice-cream dairy-free (or what to do if you'd rather just make them with eggs). From Celeriac Dauphinoise to Parsnip Gnocchi, rice pudding to pavlova, discover how easy it is to eat vegan whenever you want. Virtually Vegan is the on-trend flexitarian title of 2018, and shows how, with the right recipes, you can eat vegan almost by accident.

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A combination of noodles, broth and topping, ramen is loved for its wonderful depths of umami flavour. In its simplest form, ramen combines wheat noodles, a tasty base broth, a salt or soy 'tare', and carefully selected toppings. This enticing book shows how to make classic ramen dishes as well as irresistible twists and variations. There are beef and pork ramens - miso steak and tomato, or pork and peanut - poultry recipes such as shredded chicken and kimchi; fish dishes using fresh clams, scallops, prawns and salmon; and lots of vegetable-based ramens - teriyaki tofu, sapporo-style vegetables, and mixed mushrooms, among others. Quick, sustaining and delicious, ramen is low-fat and healthy, and full of deep and satisfying flavours. Here are traditional recipes as well as all kinds of tempting new ideas - from Shoyo Beef and Chinese Leaf, and Marinated Tofu and Egg, to Fried Chilli Chicken. Explore a delectable range of beef, pork, chicken, fish and seafood, and vegetable ramens. There are instructions for making your own base stocks from chicken, pork, vegetables and seaweed, and advice on the different kinds of noodles, a guide to tare and other flavourings, and topping ingredients to try. With gorgeous pictures by William Shaw, every recipe also has a nutritional breakdown.

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An indispensable everyday recipe book for people with coeliac disease and other gluten intolerancesThe Gluten-Free Cookbook proves that eating is still one of life's great pleasures even without wheat, rye, and barley - with more than 230 delicious, gluten-free recipes for you to try. Each recipe has been carefully tested and includes a full nutritional breakdown so you can enjoy meals that are healthy and balanced without compromising on flavour.The book also features a full guide to gluten-containing foods, with a list of gluten-free alternatives, creative ideas on storecupboard essentials and advice on how to tackle dinner parties and eating out. Plus a step-by-step guide on gluten-free baking showing you how to make gluten-free pasta, bake perfect bread and cakes, and work with pastry.The Gluten-Free Cookbook includes everything you need to have a delicious and varied gluten-free diet.

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