4-Step Vegetarian Recipes

Book excerpt: Whether you're vegetarian or just want a healthier diet, these recipes make it deliciously and effortless to give up meat. For appetizers, heat things up with yummy Fried Peppers and Tomato Salsa. Bring color and taste to the table with a lovely green Watercress and Chervil Velout�. Make a Minute Salad in a jiffy: it consists of grated carrots, peeled orange, and snow peas, all in a vinaigrette dressing. Main courses include such delicacies as Omelette Foresti�re; Pizza Ponte Vecchio topped with peppers, onions, zucchini, squash, artichoke hearts, olives, and mushrooms; Stir-Fried Vegetables; Potato and Bean Enchiladas; Eggplant Sandwiches; and Curried Cauliflower. And don't forget dessert: the Black Forest Express will take you straight to heaven.