Vegan dishes are healthy, delicious and surprisingly easy to make. Yet many people are daunted by the idea of preparing meals that contain no animal products. For them, and for everyone who loves great food, vegetarian chef, Vicki Chelf, presents VICKI'S VEGAN KITCHEN, a comprehensive cookbook designed to take the mystery out of meatless meals. The book begins by offering tips for making nutritious food choices, as well as an extensive glossary of ingredients. Vicki then discusses the simple kitchen equipment you need to have on hand and explains basic cooking techniques. Following this are twelve chapters packed with recipes for delicious dips, scrumptious soups, pleasing pastas, decadent desserts and much, much more. And from Louie's Onion Pizza to Coconut Upside-Down Cake, every dish is a winner- easy to make, completely vegan and utterly delicious. Whether you're interested in compassionate cooking, you value the benefits of a meat-free diet or you just want to treat your family to a wonderful meal, VICKI'S VEGAN KITCHEN will bring delectable vegan fare to your kitchen table.