The wickedly entertaining, hunger-inducing, behind-the-scenes story of the revolution in American food that has made exotic ingredients, celebrity chefs, rarefied cooking tools, and destination restaurants familiar aspects of our everyday lives. Amazingly enough, just twenty years ago eating sushi was a daring novelty and many Americans had never even heard of salsa. Today, we don't bat an eye at a construction worker dipping a croissant into robust specialty coffee, city dwellers buying just-picked farmstand produce, or suburbanites stocking up on artisanal cheeses and extra virgin oils at supermarkets. The United States of Arugula is a rollicking, revealing stew of culinary innovation, food politics, and kitchen confidences chronicling how gourmet eating in America went from obscure to pervasive—and became the cultural success story of our era.

In his cookbook debut, P. Allen Smith, America’s best-known gardener and garden designer, celebrates the bounty of each season with recipes of flavorful fruits, vegetables, and herbs at their garden-fresh best. P. Allen Smith’s Seasonal Recipes from the Garden features 120 recipes: 30 for each season. These are dishes that everyone loves to eat. Taking delicious advantage of ingredients as accessible as bell peppers and carrots and as beloved as fresh peaches and tomatoes, the recipes are Allen’s favorites, most from his own kitchen and some adapted from family and friends. They are perfect for those who garden as well as anyone who simply enjoys fresh food. They include: SPRING: Chilled Pea Soup with Bacon and Whipped Cream; Grilled Salmon Sandwich with Lemon-Dill Mayo; Salad of Asparagus, Edamame, Arugula, and Cheese; Radish Top Pasta; Speckled Strawberry Ice Cream SUMMER: Savory Grit Cakes with Oven-Smoked Tomatoes; Zucchini and Lemon Salad; Aunt Martha’s Corn Pudding; Rosemary-Garlic Smoked Pork Tenderloin; Peach Moon Tart FALL: Parmesan Pecan Crisps; Roasted Red Pepper Soup; Citrus-Glazed Turkey Breast; Goat Cheese and Leek Tart; Allen’s Favorite Sweet Potato Pie WINTER: Cranberry Spice Cocktail; Slow-Cooker Lamb Stew; Savory Rosemary Butternut Squash; Tiny Orange Muffins; Old-Fashioned Blackberry Jam Cake The recipes, many of which are Southern-inflected, include delightful personal stories, full of Allen’s much-loved wit and charm. All-American Blueberry Muffins evoke memories of him and his siblings roaming the woods searching for wild berries; Lady Peas with Red Tomato Relish reminds him of shelling peas with Ma Smith in his grandparents’ kitchen after supper; and Blue Cheese and Onion Cornbread conjures up the great sweet-versus-unsweet Southern cornbread debate. Allen offers cooking tips as well as advice on selecting fresh vegetables. There is also a how-to guide with basic gardening suggestions for growing the best varieties of produce. If you are new to gardening edibles, you’ll learn that you should consider starting with zucchini (the most “overachieving” of vegetables) and herbs (a windowsill gives you all the space you need). So, as Allen says of gardening and eating, those well-matched passions, “Dig in!”

The only cookbook you'll need during the year's warmest months A hot day and hanging over your stove were never meant to be. When fresh produce beckons but you haven't much energy to respond, these recipes help you settle into a more relaxed kind of cooking designed to keep you and your kitchen cool. Untether yourself from the oven with make-ahead meals best served cold (or at room temp), like Poached Salmon with Cucumber and Tomato salad and Tzatziki. Fix-and-forget recipes like North Carolina-Style Pulled Pork made in the electric pressure cooker won't steam up the kitchen. Equally easy are dinner salads; we've got enough to keep them interesting and varied, from Shrimp and White Bean Salad with Garlic Toasts to Grilled Caesar Salad. Barely more effort are fresh summer recipes requiring the briefest stint in a pan, such as Beet and Carrot Noodle Salad with Chicken or Braised Striped Bass with Zucchini and Tomatoes. Ready to take the party outside? You'll find all you need for casual patio meals prepared entirely on the grill (from meat to veggies, even pizza). Throw a fantastic cookout with easy starters, frosty drinks, and picnic must-haves like Picnic Fried Chicken, Classic Potato Salad, and Buttermilk Coleslaw. Visited the farmers' market? Find ideas for main dishes as well as sides inspired by the seasonal bounty, plus the best fruit desserts worth turning on the oven for. To end your meal on a cooler note, turn to a chapter of icebox desserts and no-bake sweets.

### Brunch Bowls Elevate Your Mornings with Delicious, Nutritious Creations Transform your mornings into a culinary delight with **Brunch Bowls**, an innovative and tantalizing guide to mastering the art of the perfect brunch. Whether you're a seasoned cook or new to the kitchen, this eBook opens up a world of mouth-watering possibilities with its diverse range of recipes, inspired by seasonal ingredients and global flavors. Discover the essence of crafting the ultimate brunch bowl in **Chapter 1 Introduction to Brunch Bowls**. Learn about essential ingredients and unravel the nutritional benefits that make brunch bowls a wholesome and satisfying choice. Dive into **Chapter 2 Seasonal Brunch Bowl Creations** to explore unique recipes for every season, from the vibrant, fresh flavors of spring to the comforting, hearty ingredients of winter. Keep your meals exciting and aligned with the best that each time of the year has to offer. **Chapter 3 Building the Perfect Base** guides you through the foundational elements of your bowls, offering a variety of grains, greens, and proteins to ensure every bowl is balanced and flavorful. Whether you prefer quinoa, spinach, or a protein-packed egg, you'll find options to suit every taste. Elevate your bowls with **Chapter 4 Fresh and Flavorful Toppings**. Experiment with fresh fruits, crispy vegetables, and crunchy nuts to add texture and depth to your creations. In **Chapter 5 Sauces, Dressings, and Drizzles**, master the art of making delicious dressings and drizzles that complement and enhance the flavors of your bowls. From creamy avocado to zesty lemon-tahini, there's a sauce for every preference. Indulge your sweet tooth with **Chapter 6 Sweet Brunch Bowls**. Enjoy decadent combinations like Berry and Yogurt Bowls, Honeyed Nut and Oat Bowls, and the irresistible Chocolate Banana Delight. For those craving savory dishes, **Chapter 7 Savory Brunch Bowls** offers robust recipes including Classic Protein Power, Veggie Lover’s Delight, and International Savory Bowls that bring the world’s flavors to your table. **Chapter 8 Brunch Bowls for Special Diets** caters to various dietary needs with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and low-carb options, making nutritious eating accessible to everyone. With tips on meal prepping, balancing flavors, and creating visually stunning bowls in **Chapter 9 Tips and Techniques**, you'll become a brunch bowl expert in no time. Engage your little ones with **Chapter 10 Kid-Friendly Brunch Bowls**—delicious, simple recipes that are allergy-aware and fun for kids to make. Enhance your brunch experience with **Chapter 11 Brunch Bowl Pairings**, featuring perfect beverage pairings, side dishes, and dessert ideas for a full, immersive brunch experience. Travel the culinary world with **Chapter 12 Cultural Inspirations**, bringing Mediterranean, Asian, and Latin American flavors into your kitchen. Embrace eco-friendly practices with **Chapter 13 Sustainability in Brunch Bowls** and learn to source local and organic ingredients, reduce food waste, and create an eco-conscious kitchen. Lastly, host the ultimate brunch gathering with **Chapter 14 Hosting a Brunch Bowl Party** and troubleshoot any culinary issues with **Chapter 15 Troubleshooting and FAQs**. With **Brunch Bowls**, every morning can be a delightful, nutritious adventure. Download your copy today and start creating spectacular brunch bowls that will leave everyone craving for more!

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The Complete Vegan Kitchen insludes: more than 300 mouth-watering recipes a helpful introduction about eating vegan 16 pages of beautiful full-color photographs "Overall this is one of the best vegan cookbooks I have read." ?Famousveggie.com "Vegan eating is a truly indulgent way of life, as vegans regularly partake of the very best foods?the most nutritious, appealing, and tasty?that nature has to offer. . . . A well-crafted vegan plate offers a festival of flavors, textures, and colors that makes every meal an aesthetic celebration." ?Jannequin Bennett "The Complete Vegan Kitchen is a most informative, upbeat, and useful vegan cookbook. Jannequin Bennett's talents as a chef shine through every recipe, from comfort foods to adventurous culinary creations. The powerful nutrition information in the first forty pages alone is worth the price of the book!" ?Neal D. Bernard, M.D., president, Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine "The Complete Vegan Kitchen is extraordinary. It's appropriate that Carl Lewis introduced this cookbook because the recipes deserve a gold medal!" ?Eric Marcus, author, Vegan: The New Ethics of Eating

Cutting-Edge Chinese Dishes for the Home Cook From growing up in Beijing to attending culinary school in California, to making her name in the restaurant world and on Top Chef, today Shirley Chung is dishing out new and dazzlingly delicious takes on Chinese cuisine. These recipes are fresh and inspired, yet approachable for home cooks. Here are a few you won’t want to miss: Sweet-and-Sour Baby Back Ribs, Five-Spice Seared Duck Breast with Kumquat Mustard, Scallion Pancakes with Hazelnut Pesto, Seared Scallops with Spicy Black Bean Sauce, Spinach Egg Drop Soup and Beijing-Style Hot Pot. These recipes use simple ingredients and techniques, but have the standout flavor and texture you expect from top-notch restaurants—no wok required! Plus you’ll find fascinating history and chef’s tips tucked away in the headnotes and instructions that will make you a better cook. Shirley brings the same lively energy to her book that made her a fan-favorite on Top Chef. She’ll make you excited to cook, and her recipes—each with a gorgeous photograph—will have you drooling over the pages. With Shirley in your kitchen, every meal becomes a fun and delicious celebration.