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    Why You Should Buy American Vegan Kitchen

    27 April, 2011 by Kip 3 Comments

    Everyone has a favourite cookbookor five, whether it's the only book they own or one carefully selected from a great collection. While my collection continues to grow, my favourites wane and shift with the new tastes I develop along the way. In the case of American Vegan Kitchen, it's been a journey in reverse, a trip down memory lane to remind me of old favourites.

    vegan ribs and mac and cheese

    Sweet Garlicky Ribs with Cheezy Mac and Greens

    This book provides great alternatives to American homestyle diner food that is usually packed with meat and dairy. Not an ounce of animal fat in sight, this volume still contains the usual classics that bring to mind nostalgic Americana: apple pie, "meat" loaf, burgers and fries, plus more stunning flavours. Deep fry aficionados have no need to panic as we haven't been forgotten (marry me, Fried Avocado Wedges), and there's a full page of frying tips (contrary to popular belief it's possible to deep fry without the food soaking in loads of oil).

    vegan reuben sandwich

    Fork-and-Knife Reuben Sandwich

    From waffles to veggie sausages, your diner style vegan breakfast will be covered. Lunch is sorted too – consider the Fork-and-Knife Reubens or the Almost-Philly Cheese Steak Sandwiches. Your Saturday picnic will come together a treat with some Deli Potato Salad or Homestyle Macaroni Salad, along with one of the many dairy free coleslaw recipes. For dinner hit up the two page spread of suggested blue plate special menus! Hello Seitan and Herb Dumplings with Rosemary Carrots! Finally, if you've got a sweet tooth I promise you'll look forward to a slice of Apple Butterscotch Pie or a big chunk of Spiced Chocolate Pudding Cake (now my go to dessert).

    vegan apple butterscotch pie

    Apple Butterscotch Pie

    Those from North America can take a trip down memory lane to re-discover veggie versions of their favourite childhood comfort foods, while others will meet new recipes guaranteed to join the usual dinner rota favourites. Tami's recipes are easy to follow and she's one of the few authors whose recipes I trust to come together well and taste exactly how they sound like they should taste. And that's why you should buy American Vegan Kitchen. You won't be disappointed.

    Buy American Vegan Kitchen

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    1. Vegintraining

      April 27, 2011 at 6:30 pm

      What a great write up! I love this book. I was a tester and I'm amazed I didn't gain 20 lbs. So many good recipes.

      Reply
      • Kip

        April 27, 2011 at 9:27 pm

        I think I'm going to have to take up exercise due to my newfound love...

        Reply
    2. Ashley Wilson

      February 05, 2022 at 6:17 pm

      Omg buying now

      Reply
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