Book description
Must-have information and amazing recipes for cooking with the
freshest, tastiest organic produce
With hundreds of farmer's markets and an increased interest in
organic fruits and vegetables, today's home cooks need an accessible
reference for shopping and cooking organic. Melissa's World Variety
Produce is the nation's leading distributor of specialty fruits and
vegetables and the professional chef's go-to source for new and
unusual produce. Their products have been certified organic for over
10 years. In Melissa's Everyday Cooking with Organic Produce,
the team from Melissa's compiles vital information on fresh,
seasonal organic produce with the best recipes for getting the most
out of your organic finds.
This inspiring, mouth-watering resource is packed with delicious
recipes and gorgeous full-color photos, making it a must-have for
anyone who wants to incorporate organic produce into flavorful
everyday meals. Inside, you'll find more than 400 recipes, including
quick-prep recipes and deliciously easy variations, as well as a
special section of meatless options for vegetarians.
- Covers 56 of the most commonly available fruits and vegetables,
arranged alphabetically for quick reference
- Includes overviews of each food, what to look for when shopping,
tips on buying and storing produce, produce varieties, serving
suggestions, and complete nutritional information in the standard
USDA format
- Offers "Cook's Notes" and tips, suggested variations,
meatless options, and complete nutrition profiles for each recipe
For home cooks who want the latest and most comprehensive information
on shopping and cooking with the best organic produce, this book is an
invaluable guide.
Cathy Thomas is the award-winning food columnist at the
Orange County Register. She also writes for magazines, teaches
cooking, and has studied with chefs around the globe. She is the
author of Melissa s Great Book of Produce (Wiley) and lives in
Huntington Beach with her husband, Phil McCullough.
