I first came across this cookbook while in Vermont. As I thumbed through it, my first thought was, 'Where are all the pretty pictures', but then as I looked more closely at the recipes, I realized that many were dishes I would happily create in my own home.
Based out of Ithaca, NY, Moosewood Restaurant Low-Fat Favorites offers a vast variety of healthy meals that don't taste like health food. For instance, their Mushroom Wheatberry Pilaf may sound too healthy, but with the hints of fresh herbs, cloves and onion, you're in for a tasty dish. Their Mediterranean Stew with bell peppers, asparagus, red wine, squash, cannellini, clams and fresh herbs is sure to satisfy your appetite.
With more than 400 pages of good-for-you and tasty recipes (desserts included) everyone is sure to find a new favorite. I don't want to reprint the exact recipe here since I wouldn't modify a thing about it, but I recommend trying their Applesauce Spice Cake for a lighter holiday treat.
