I am proof that vegan cooking is not always healthy! But i was looking for a healthy book and after watch marie oser od vegtv i decided to get her book. Her cooking is so great! Most of her recipes and fast and moderatly easy. You should know how to cook alittle. In the begining she gives information on a healthy diet and the link to disease. All the stuff i am very well aware of, but a nice touch for those you don't know. The only mistake was not putting either vegetarian or vegan in the title. It doesn't show up on the vegetarian cookbook search. But he cookbook is completely vegan! She puts tofu is almost everything, but you can't tell. Her crepes where unbelievable, and my mom liked them more than my pancakes. Her desserts are even healthy and taste good too. She uses wheat pastry flour and soy flour alot but that can be found at most heath foods. A good mix of recipes! And if you can't find some ingredients there is a chapter on where to find them. I can't wait to keep using this book... so i can eat well!