This classic cookbook by Nikki and David Goldbeck gifted vegetarians with their own Joy of Cooking. In addition to over 1,300 meatless recipes, from short-order to gourmet, the authors provide an authoritative guide to cooking that covers all the essentials, including instructions for baking, techniques for canning and freezing, tips for stocking a whole-foods pantry, and directions for making economical and convenient mixes from scratch.

Numerous menus offer ideas for party fare and holiday entertaining, along with international themes that cover the cuisine of Latin America, Europe, and the Far East take the guessswork out of meal planning. The Goldbecks broke ground by proving that healthy food can also be delectable.