Library Collections
The following vegan cookbooks are part of the Powell Library Community Collections, available in the main reading room:
Bake and Destroy: good food for bad vegans by
Vegan Recipes That'll Punch Your Taste Buds in the Mouth. Natalie Slater has been described as "Martha Stewart meets Iron Maiden," taking vegan cooking to places it has never been before. Influenced by slasher films, pro-wrestling, punk rock and heavy metal, her quirky-yet-delicious comfort foods are a refreshing take on vegan eating with award-winning flavors. Along the way, her off-color humor, irreverent rants and density of pop-culture references will make you laugh out loud. Inside this high-energy cookbook you'll find recipes for Bike Messenger Brownies--inspired by the espresso-infused chai latte these speed demons use to fuel up; and Crouching Cornbread, Hidden Broccoli--Natalie's sneaky way of getting her son to eat vegetables. Other creations include the Grilled Mac 'n' Cheez Sandwich, Taco Lasagna, Chick-O Cheesecake, and her Shepherd's Pie Pizza, about which she writes, "Some people were born to rock n' roll. Others were born to ride. I was born to put mashed potatoes on pizza." Bake and Destroy was named one of the most anticipated cookbooks of the year by VegNews.
ISBN: 9781624140020
Chloe Flavor: saucy, spicy, crunchy, vegan by
The celebrated vegan chef makes her highly anticipated return to the cookbook world with 125 original recipes that focus on simplicity in the steps and big flavor in the food. Chloe Coscarelli has been vegan since 2004--a time when veggie burgers were still feared by the general public. Since then, she has been at the forefront of the vegan revolution- Chloe believes that vegan can still mean mouthwatering foods, and she practices what she preaches. In Chloe Flavor, Chloe showcases new approaches to veganism with dishes like Maple Bacon Benedict, Hawaiian Teriyaki-Pineapple Burger, and Cajun Jambalaya with Scallion Biscuits. These dishes are playful, colorful, and supremely tasty. Best of all, she's made them as fast and as easy as possible because that's exactly how she likes to cook. Vegans will delight in Chloe's creativity--and carnivores won't miss the meat one bit.
ISBN: 9780451499622
Cook Without a Book: Meatless Meals by
There are a lot of compelling reasons to eat less meat these days, but the shift to a totally or even partly vegetarian lifestyle is easier said than done for many beef, poultry, and fish lovers. In Cook without a Book- Meatless Meals, best-selling author Pam Anderson encourages readers to eat meat-free a day or two a week and makes it easy to do so with recipes for simple, fun vegetarian and vegan meals that are made from accessible, wholesome ingredients. To help readers prep their kitchens for meatless cooking, she includes tips and techniques for stocking the pantry and refrigerator. Instead of presenting complicated, inflexible recipes, she lays out blueprints with ingredient options for everything from hearty breakfasts and fun salads and sandwiches to satisfying main courses-so readers can craft a rewarding dish exactly to their personal tastes. Colorful, comprehensive, and perfect for parents, caretakers, and singles and couples alike, Cook without a Book- Meatless Meals will show all aspiring vegetarians that eating a little (or a lot) less meat can be simple, healthy, and totally delicious.
ISBN: 9781605291765
Dirt Candy: a Cookbook by
Flavor-Forward Food from the Upstart New York City Vegetarian Restaurant Amanda Cohen does not play by the rules. Her vegetable recipes are sophisticated and daring, beloved by omnivore, vegetarian, and vegan diners alike. Dirt Candy- A Cookbook shares the secrets to making her flavorful dishes-from indulgent Stone-Ground Grits with Pickled Shiitakes and Tempura Poached Egg, to hearty Smoked Cauliflower and Waffles with Horseradish Cream Sauce, to playfully addictive Popcorn Pudding with Caramel Popcorn. It also details Amanda's crazy story of building a restaurant from the ground up to its currently being one of the hardest-to-get reservations in New York City-all illustrated as a brilliant graphic novel. Both a great read and a source of kitchen inspiration, Dirt Candy- A Cookbook is a must-have for any home cook looking to push the boundaries of vegetable cooking.
ISBN: 9780307952172
The Plantpower Way: Italia, delicious vegan recipes from the Italian countryside by
A plant-fueled lifestyle guide to la bella vita, complete with 125 vegan Italian recipes the whole family will love, from the authors of The Plantpower Way. Julie Piatt and Rich Roll have inspired countless people to embrace a plant-fueled lifestyle, and through their advocacy efforts, podcasts, and talks, thousands of people are now living healthier and more vibrant lives. Now, with their new cookbook, they're doing it again but with added Italian flair. If you think a healthy vegan lifestyle means giving up your favorite creamy pastas and cheesy pizzas, then think again. In The Plantpower Way: Italia, they pay homage to Italy's rich food history with an inspiring collection of 125 entirely plant-based recipes for the country's most popular and time-honored dishes. Julie is known for her creativity and resourcefulness in the kitchen, and her recipes will show just how rich and luscious Italian cuisine can be, without a drop of dairy in sight! Filled with fresh vegan takes on Italian staples, inventive new recipes, and stunning photographs of the Italian countryside, The Plantpower Way: Italia is a celebration of Italy's most delicious flavors and will show everyone a fresh, beautiful, and healthful side to Italian cooking.
ISBN: 9780735217591
This Cheese Is Nuts!: delicious vegan cheese at home by
This Cheese Is Nuts is a stunning collection of flavorful nut-based cheeses. Julie has always been known for her dairy-free cheeses, and here she shares seventy-five recipes using almonds, cashews, and other nuts to create cheeses anyone can make right at home. Nut-based cheeses are on the cutting edge in the world of vegan cuisine. They're remarkably simple to prepare (all you need are a few ingredients and a basic dehydrator), and in as little as twenty minutes, you can have an assortment of tasty fresh cheeses fit for any occasion.
ISBN: 9780735213791
Vegan Soul Kitchen by
The mere mention of soul food brings thoughts of greasy fare and clogged arteries. Bryant Terry offers recipes that leave out heavy salt and refined sugar, bad" fats, and unhealthy cooking techniques, and leave in the down-home flavor. Vegan Soul Kitchen recipes use fresh, whole, high-quality, healthy ingredients and cooking methods with a focus on local, seasonal, sustainably raised food. Terry's new recipes have been conceived through the prism of the African Diaspora,cutting, pasting, reworking, and remixing African, Caribbean, African-American, Native American, and European staples, cooking techniques, and distinctive dishes to create something familiar, comforting, and deliciously unique. Reinterpreting popular dishes from African and Caribbean countries as well as his favourite childhood dishes, Terry reinvents African-American and Southern cuisine,capitalizing on the complex flavors of the tradition, without the animal products. Includes recipes for: Double Mustard Greens & Roasted Yam Soup Cajun-Creole-Spiced Tempeh Pieces with Creamy Grits Caramelized Grapefruit, Avocado, and Watercress Salad with Grapefruit Vinaigrette and Sweet Cornmeal-Coconut Butter Drop Biscuits.
ISBN: 9780738212289
The following vegan cookbooks are available online with a UCLA log-in:
The Essential Plant-Based Pantry by
For many home cooks, it can be a challenge to find the time, money, and ingredients to enjoy preparing a healthy, plant-based meal. Imagine a cookbook where you didn't have to shop for expensive ingredients in unusual places or use them only once. Imagine a cookbook where you knew you had all the dry goods you needed to prepare quick and amazing recipes. Wouldn't this change the way you think and feel about cooking? Enter The Essential Plant-Based Pantry, the indispensable resource for cooks who want everyday, healthy recipes right at their fingertips, without the fuss of an extended shopping trip. Food and nutrition expert Maggie Green reveals the secret to her miraculous meal preparation routine: a well-stocked pantry. By bringing together a few fresh ingredients like produce and nut milk with Green's comprehensive list of easy-to-find, pantry-safe foods, you can prepare delicious recipes on time and within budget--without running to the store halfway through. Packed with amazing recipes like fettuccini cashew alfredo, Moroccan tempeh, sesame Brussels sprouts, red bean and mushroom jambalaya, curry coconut chickpeas, tofu shakshuka, and Cinci lentil chili, The Essential Plant-Based Pantry will revolutionize the way you think and feel about healthy cooking.
ISBN: 9781684350469
Incredible Plant-Based Desserts by
Incredible Plant-Based Desserts teaches how to make extraordinary healthy, indulgent, plant-based desserts from an Instagram superstar.
ISBN: 9781631597183
The Little Vegan Cookbook
You'll never be at a loss for nourishing fare with The Little Vegan Cookbook!
ISBN: 1592337325
Vegan Bowl Attack! by
Combine vegetables, protein, and whole grains in one dish to make a simple, complete, and nutritious meal with Vegan Bowl Attack!
ISBN: 159233721X
Other Cooking Collections
UCLA Teaching Kitchen
- UCLA Teaching KitchenCheck back often for their latest events and follow them on Instagram at @uclateachingkitchen
- Teaching Kitchen Workshops - Vegan TorteFollow along with Julia in this baking tutorial!
Recipes
- Marinated TofuMichelle's edit: if you don't have rice wine vinegar, a balsamic or apple cider vinegar would work just as well. You can also buy liquid smoke and add a cap full to the marinade if you don't have smoked paprika.
Julia's suggestion during the panel: if you're cooking in cast iron, you can put the whole pan in the oven after sauteing to improve texture. - What is Tempe and Some Tempe RecipesMore than tofu, there are many other sources of vegan protein.
- Seitan for Beginners and Seitan RecipesAnother great vegan source of protein.
- Pumfu - Tofu Made of Pumpkin Seeds?May need to go to a specialty grocery store to find pumfu.
- Rice Cooker RecipesSome of our panel still can't make good stove top rice! If you don't mind spending the money and taking up the space, a rice cooker is a big time saver.
- Vegan Cashew CheeseThe secret ingredient is nutritional yeast.
Cooking Tips
- Caring for cast iron cookwareCast iron is a great way for vegan cooks to get more iron.
- 16 Types of Cooking OilsAdvice from our panel - don't skimp on the oil when cooking tofu!
- Wait, you don't need to soak dried beans?Thanks to Julia for sharing in our panel that soaking beans might be a waste of time!
- Buying Produce In-SeasonFarmers markets can be the best way to buy local, in-season produce, but if you can't make it to a farmer's market, here's a guide for what's in season by month in Southern California.
- Parchment Paper vs. Wax PaperParchment paper only when baking!
- All Recipes Ingredients SearchSearch or browse based on ingredients you already have at home.