Real Food, Really Fast

The promise of a hot, satisfying meal in ten minutes or less is no longer the exclusive calling card of cheap pizza delivery. Everything from dinners on the run to crave-worthy snacks for a crowd can be yours in less time than it takes to hunt down those crusty take-out menus. While most “quick-fix” recipes call for chemically enhanced mixes or unsavory prepared foods, Real Food, Really Fast cuts no corners when it comes to quality. Inexpensive staples are reimagined with innovative flavor pairings, clever cooking techniques, and fun presentations, yielding all new delights such as Exploded Wonton Soup, Chile Relleno Rolls, and Everything Bagel Salad. Simplified classics, like Stovetop Granola and Cauliflower Risotto alla Milanese, will put old staples back on the table without all the typical prep work. Don't forget to leave room for dessert, even if you don't leave much time. Luscious options, including White Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge and Mango Crème Brûlée, will satisfy your sweet tooth in an instant. Helpful tips for speeding through recipes even faster, plus additional suggestions for flavor variations make this book an indispensable guide for hungry cooks of all stripes. You’ll never need to compromise on flavor, nutrition, or expense, even with the most demanding deadline.

Hannah Kaminsky has developed an international following for her delicious recipes and mouthwatering food photography at the award-winning blog BitterSweetBlog.com. She is the author of My Sweet Vegan, Vegan Desserts, Vegan à la Mode, and Easy as Vegan Pie. Passionate about big flavors and simple techniques, she works in San Francisco’s bay area developing recipes and photographing food from morning to night.

“Hannah Kaminsky has done it again! Real Food, Really Fast doesn’t compromise taste or nutrition in this beautiful cookbook of terrific vegan recipes. Pumpkin Spice Latte French Toast, Couscous-a-Roni, and Sausage Gumbo Burgers?! Count me in! Short on time but still want amazing yummy plant-based meals? This is the cookbook for you!” —Chloe Coscarelli, vegan chef and cookbook author

“Whether you fancy yourself an eager-to-learn novice or a seasoned home cook, you will derive much wisdom, many skills, and oodles of pleasure from this photo-rich cookbook. Although built with familiar, accessible ingredients, the recipes have an international flair perfect for everyday meals or entertaining guests. A winner!” —Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, bestselling author of several books, including The Joy of Vegan Baking and The 30-Day Vegan Challenge

“With heroic hacks and terrific tips, Hannah serves up sensational simple dishes with mind-blowing flavors that make real food, really fast and fun.” —Tess Masters, author of The Blender Girl, The Blender Girl Smoothies, and The Perfect Blend

"Finally: a cookbook full of quick, flexible recipes that are also wholesome and flavorful. Hannah Kaminsky brings her characteristically thoughtful, practical sensibilities to this collection of speedy, whole food meals, proving that it's possible to eat well and from scratch without sacrificing time or convenience."—Gena Hamshaw, author of The Full Helping blog and Food52 Vegan

"Fast doesn't always have to be canned beans and rice. Hannah wants you to cook quick, interesting and modern food, really fast! This book is peppered with tips, prep, and brilliant faster options with gorgeous crisp photography throughout. You will want to whip up the wasabi pea fritters, chickpea mulligatawny within minutes and make the mango creme brulee every day!"—Richa Hingle, Best Selling Author of Vegan Richa's Indian Kitchen and founder of VeganRicha.com

“Hannah Kaminsky’s latest effort combines ease with elegance and delivers quick and creative twists on old favorites along with innovative new ways to enjoy plant-based foods. From simple and delicious main dishes such as Artichoke Barbacoa and Cashew Scampi to fast and fabulous desserts such as Mango Crème Brûlée and S’mores Baked Alaska, Real Food, Really Fast is a real winner. Prepare to be dazzled.”—Robin Robertson, best-selling author of Vegan Planet, 1000 Vegan Recipes, Quick-Fix Vegan, and more than 20 other cookbooks

“In Real Food, Really Fast, Hannah proves that you can make a delicious vegan meal at home in less time than it takes to order delivery! With cooking hacks, wholesome ingredients and playful recipes, Hannah shares her lightning-speed dishes that don’t sacrifice on flavor or nutrition. Perfect for the get-er-done type home cook."—Sam Turnbull, author of Fuss-Free Vegan & creator of itdoesnttastelikechicken.com