Get stylish, practical meals that put vegetables first, by "an authentic culinary star" (Boston Globe) and the founding food editor of Martha Stewart Living.

Where can I find a great zucchini recipe?
What can I do with garlic scapes?
What's an easy seasonal meal I can make for friends?

If you ever find yourself asking these questions at the farmers market or grocery store, Veg Forward by veteran cookbook author, columnist, and culinary consultant Susan Spungen will supply you with the delicious answers and a whole lot more! With 102 recipes in which vegetables claim a starring role this book will give you everything you need to make the most of all the seasonal goodness the garden has to offer. Each recipe coaxes a maximum amount of flavor from a minimum number of ingredients; and each tastes even better than it looks!

Veg Forward is full of extraordinary recipes for ordinary vegetables like tomatoes, corn, and potatoes, and it also offers delectable choices for less familiar ones like fava beans, kohlrabi, and nettles. Enjoy amazing recipes like:

• Asparagus Pizza with Arugula Salad
• Sungold Spaghetti Carbonara
• Sheet-Pan Roasted Ratatouille
• Spoonbread-Stuffed Poblano Peppers with Tomato Cream
• Simple Gazpacho
• Eggplant Parm and Pasta Bake
• Veggie Ragu Bolognese
• Mushroom Bourguignon
• Cheese Blintzes with Sour Cherry Compote
• Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Susan also shares scores of tips with you from her years as a caterer and chef, like:

• The efficient vegetable prep technique professionals use
• A genius tactic for cutting into hard squash
• The single finishing touch that transforms a homey fruit dessert into something spectacular
• And so much more

Begin your journey toward veggie-centric meals that your family will rave about that you will feel good about feeding to them. Veg Forward is your guide to a healthier, sustainable, more delicious mealtime for you and your loved ones.