Whether the reader is a strict vegetarian or simply wants to prepare lighter, healthier meals that will satisfy the entire family, this book provides a wealth of new ideas. Natural-foods chef Meredith McCarty specializes in delicious, sensible meals that are high in fiber and complex carbohydrates--without containing high levels of fat, and without using eggs or dairy products. Recipes feature: grains, breads, and pasta dishes; sumptuous quiches, sautes, and other vegetable dishes; fresh bean and vegetable salads; vegetable and sauces and dressings; muffins, cereals, and other breakfast favorites; and cookies, fruit pies, and pastries.Whether the reader is a strict vegetarian or simply wants to prepare lighter, healthier meals that will satisfy the entire family, this book provides a wealth of new ideas. Natural-foods chef Meredith McCarty specializes in delicious, sensible meals that are high in fiber and complex carbohydrates--without containing high levels of fat, and without using eggs or dairy products. Recipes feature: grains, breads, and pasta dishes; sumptuous quiches, sautes, and other vegetable dishes; fresh bean and vegetable salads; vegetable and sauces and dressings; muffins, cereals, and other breakfast favorites; and cookies, fruit pies, and pastries. Read Less