The Essential Vegetarian Cookbook

The 'Essential Cookbook' series of books contain tempting recipes, beautifully presented, with the emphasis on simplicity and taste. Each of the titles offer handy tips and advice to help get the most out of ingredients. There are also special double-page spreads on particular ingredients or recipes.

Vegetarian food has come a long way since the days when it was regarded as the province of faddists. Now it is fresh, modern and young - an exciting and sophisticated cuisine enjoyed by an increasing number of people who appreciate fine food.

This book contains a wealth of superb vegetarian recipes, from snacks to substantial meals, desserts to drinks. Drawing on flavours from around the world and using fine, fresh produce, vegetarian food will never again seem second best.