Fuss-Free Vegan: 101 Everyday Comfort Food Favorites, Veganized: A Cookbook Paperback – Illustrated, October 17, 2017

In "Fuss-Free Vegan," Sam Turnbull shatters the myth that veganism means sacrificing flavor or simplicity. Packed with 101 enticing recipes, this cookbook illustrates how enjoyable plant-based eating can be without the intimidation of complicated ingredients or preparation. From cheesy nachos to decadent chocolate cake, Turnbull proves that a vegan diet can be as indulgent as it is nourishing, making it accessible for everyone—vegans and non-vegans alike.What sets "Fuss-Free Vegan" apart is its focus on beloved comfort foods reinvented for a plant-based lifestyle. Each recipe is crafted with everyday ingredients easily found at your local grocery store, eliminating the need to scour specialty shops for exotic items. With step-by-step instructions and Turnbull's encouraging voice guiding you along the way, you’ll discover dishes that bring friends and family together at the table, celebrating deliciousness without the fuss. Whether you're looking to overhaul your meals or simply add some exciting vegan options to your repertoire, this cookbook is a delightful companion on your culinary journey!

I’ve always loved Sam’s recipes from her blog (her Peanut Thai Salad with Grilled Tofu, for example, is my favorite salad) so I knew I wouldn’t be disappointed in her book. And boy, was I right! The recipes are for dishes that seem familiar to most people such as vegan versions of pizza, pasta dishes, blueberry muffins, scones, lemon meringue pie, and even creme brûlée, just to mention a very few (that I can’t wait to try). My husband is vegetarian but not vegan so I was hoping he would find these recipes delicious and so far, he has loved everything I’ve made. In the 9 short days I’ve had the book, I have prepared the Extra Banana-Y Banana Bread (so good but watch the bake time-I slightly over cooked mine though my husband says it is still the best he’s tasted), Best-Ever Waffles (recipe made enough that we froze half and reheated in the toaster oven the next day), Creamy Dreamy Coleslaw, Love Letter French Onion Soup, Absurdly Cheesy Broccoli Soup (delicious flavors-I thickened mine a bit more with potato flakes),Go-To Chickpea Salad, Caramelizd Onion Pizza, Veggie Fried Rice, My Family Favorite Tomato Sauce (made enough for a spaghetti dinner and plenty left over for the pizza recipes), Life-Changing Mozzarella, and Seriously Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies (my husband loved these). And you MUST check out the Carrot Dogs (totally amazing-I swear they taste just like veggie dogs, only better). But I’ve saved the best for last. Her Ah-Mah-Zing Peanut Butter Cookies are mouth-wateringly delicious). I have had to make them twice in one week due to popular demand. So far I have found all the recipes to be easy, accurate, and made with ingredients most vegans have on hand (such as LOTS of cashews) and best of all, appealing to those who aren’t hard-core vegans, such as my husband. As another bonus, all the recipes, have beautiful full-color pictures, so realistic that I found myself trying to wipe crumbs off one of the pages. Just can’t wait to cook my way through the entire book.

I started following Sam Turnbull and her blog "It doesn't taste like chicken" about a year ago. I found her on social media and was mesmerized by not only the creations she featured but her wonderful, bright and happy personality that I challenge anyone not to love!I tried a couple of her recipes and they were an immediate hit so I joined one of her Facebook cooking classes. Everything I made, without exception, was an instant hit with everyone who tried it. Her tips and tricks were invaluable as well. I knew I had to have one of her cookbooks and what better way to start than with 101 Everyday Comfort Food Favorites, Veganized (and tasting significantly better than the non-vegan dishes they replaced).This book is now the only cookbook I use, period. The recipes are so amazing and easy to follow that I will definitely be buying more of her cookbooks in the future. Every single dish I've made has turned out perfectly and as stated above significantly better than what I used to make. This book makes it a sin NOT to become a vegan JUST based on how good everything tastes!Her marinara recipe is my forever go to recipe. Better than any store bought sauce and ready in 30 minutes with just a few simple ingredients, you absolutely can't go wrong with this sauce. It doubles nicely as a pizza sauce as well. I've tried many others (all great) but last night was the pièce de résistance, I made her lighter vegan version of alfredo sauce using cauliflower and it was THE richest, THE creamiest, THE absolute tastiest alfredo I've ever had at home or any restaurant! OMG I will be dreaming of this sauce forever and so much better for you that the whole cream and butter version! Topped with her vegan parmesan topping, you'd be blown away!I'm guessing you get the idea. Buy this book, like even if you aren't planning to become vegan. It's so good your meatless Mondays will never be the same and may spill into Tuesday (dare I say Wednesday?). Sam is without a doubt a genius in the kitchen.