Beautifully Real Food: Guilt-Free, Meat-free Recipes to Indulge in

Murphy, a New Zealand–born food writer living in Australia with more than 330,000 Instagram followers, transforms favorite dishes into tempting plant-based creations that deliver “a happy balance between eating for health and eating for comfort.” Murphy struggled with eating, and these simple-to-prepare recipes bring vegan ingredients to new heights as guilt-free indulgences. Breakfasts include Banoffee Pie Porridge Parfait (made with oats and a pie crumble) and a vegan breakfast platter of hash browns and vegan sausage. Mains, the bulk of the collection, have an international focus: pastas, tacos, curries, and flatbreads such as tandoori chickpea pizza with coconut yogurt drizzle. Burgers and sandwiches, such as chilli chickpea grilled cheese, abound. Versatile sauces and spreads dress up dishes, and there are over-the-top smoothies and desserts. Instructions for making homemade seitan (gluten-free flour–based chicken, beef, or pork replacements) along with lists of pantry must-haves, basic tools (quality blender, food processor), and general vegan cooking tips are provided. Perfect for those just exploring veganism, this comprehensive debut cookbook is a visual treat. Murphy proves that dishes don’t have to include meat or dairy to be healthy, enjoyable, or beautiful. (Apr.)