Giant Book Of Tofu Cooking

It's been the super food of the East for at least two millennia, and it's finally made a name for itself here. No matter what dish it's added to--from soups to desserts--tofu makes the meal healthier and better. On its own, this soft, white beancurd has virtually no taste, but it has a remarkable ability to "drink up' the flavors and seasonings it's marinated in. Plus, tofu comes in different textures, so it's a perfect substitute for meat, fish, cheese, or eggs. You've probably heard of its almost miraculous ability to lower the risks for heart disease, cancer, and according to the newest research, Alzheimer's, but you may not have known how to prepare it. This comprehensive, all-vegetarian tofu cookbook celebrates tofu's versatility 350 ways, with easy-to-follow recipes that will expand your horizons and tickle your tastebuds: Tofruitty smoothies, Tofu huevos rancheros, banana bread, mock tuna salad, tofu "crab" cakes, tropical cheesecake escape, and even pecan pie!

This is the book that started the Tofu Revolution worldwide, beginning in the 1970s. An integrated approach to the subject of one food - history, nutrition, culture. recipes, how to make tofu on a home scale and commercially, recipes, bibliography.

"A collection of diabetic recipes"--

The definitive book on Korean cuisine by "YouTube's Korean Julia Child"* and the author of Maangchi's Real Korean Cooking *New York Times

Delicious vegan recipes your whole family will love! It's not always easy for vegans to get the nutrients needed to maintain a well-balanced diet. With The Big Book of Vegan Recipes, you can ease your mind knowing that each of these dishes is not only completely vegan, but also packed with flavorful, nutrient-rich ingredients that will keep your family healthy and full throughout the day. Featuring more than 500 delicious vegan recipes, this cookbook offers meals that will satisfy everyone's tastebuds, including: Maple cinnamon breakfast quinoa Creamy sun-dried tomato pasta Black bean and butternut squash chili Gingered and pralined sweet potatoes Sweetheart raspberry lemon cupcakes Complete with easy-to-follow instructions and plenty of preparation tips, The Big Book of Vegan Recipes has everything you need to create tasty vegan meals in no time!

"This beautifully illustrated book reviews scientific and technological information about the world's major food plants and their culinary uses. An introductory chapter discusses nutritional and other fundamental scientific aspects of plant foods. The 100 main chapters deal with a particular species or group of species. All categories of food plants are covered, including cereals, oilseeds, fruits, nuts, vegetables, legumes, herbs, spices, beverage plants and sources of industrial food extracts. Information is provided on scientific and common names, appearance, history, economic and social importance, food uses (including practical information on storage and preparation), as well as notable curiosities. There are more than 3000 literature citations in the book and the text is complemented by over 250 exquisitely drawn illustrations. Given the current, alarming rise in food costs and increasing risk of hunger in many regions, specialists in diverse fields will find this reference work to be especially useful. As well, those familiar with Dr. Small's books or those with an interest in gardening, cooking and human health in relation to diet will want to own a copy of this book."--Publisher's web site.