Books published by publisher Sonoma Press

Dehydrating is the perfect solution for those who want to make the most of their garden’s output, create unprocessed snacks, and prepare meals that cost dimes instead of dollars. The Ultimate Healthy Dehydrator Cookbook is the first book of its kind that shows how to affordably build a pantry full of dried foods and use them to make healthy dishes.The reasons for dehydrating food are as compelling today as they were thousands of years ago―it’s environmentally sustainable, simple, quick and delicious. The Ultimate Healthy Dehydrator Cookbook is your all-in–one reference to dehydrating food and your definitive guide to delicious and health-centered recipes.No matter which dehydration technique you choose―sun drying, oven drying, or electric food dehydrator drying―The Ultimate Healthy Dehydrator Cookbook will show you that making preserved foods is easier to prepare than you might think and lasts longer than canning or freezing.Filled with innovative ideas for making meals with dehydrated food, The Ultimate Healthy Dehydrator Cookbook also includes:Instructions for dehydrating food using a range of simple, fun methodsValuable nutritional information with every recipeTried and true methods for food safety and storage Creative options for dehydrated vegetarian and vegan entrees such as Eggplant, Zucchini, & Spinach Lasagna, Loaded Sweet Potato Tacos, and Root Vegetable GratinTips for preparing desserts and snacks kids will loveThe Ultimate Healthy Dehydrator Cookbook features: Perfect Pretreatment * How to Rehydrate Foods * Essential Tools and Equipment * Homemade Savings * What Not to Dehydrate * Ideas for the Raw Food Diet * Getting Kids Involved

Dehydrating is the perfect solution for those who want to make the most of their garden’s output, create unprocessed snacks, and prepare meals that cost dimes instead of dollars. The Ultimate Healthy Dehydrator Cookbook is the first book of its kind that shows how to affordably build a pantry full of dried foods and use them to make healthy dishes.The reasons for dehydrating food are as compelling today as they were thousands of years ago—it’s environmentally sustainable, simple, quick and delicious. The Ultimate Healthy Dehydrator Cookbook is your all-in–one reference to dehydrating food and your definitive guide to delicious and health-centered recipes.No matter which dehydration technique you choose—sun drying, oven drying, or electric food dehydrator drying—The Ultimate Healthy Dehydrator Cookbook will show you that making preserved foods is easier to prepare than you might think and lasts longer than canning or freezing.Filled with innovative ideas for making meals with dehydrated food, The Ultimate Healthy Dehydrator Cookbook also includes:Instructions for dehydrating food using a range of simple, fun methodsValuable nutritional information with every recipeTried and true methods for food safety and storage Creative options for dehydrated vegetarian and vegan entrees such as Eggplant, Zucchini, & Spinach Lasagna, Loaded Sweet Potato Tacos, and Root Vegetable GratinTips for preparing desserts and snacks kids will loveThe Ultimate Healthy Dehydrator Cookbook features: Perfect Pretreatment * How to Rehydrate Foods * Essential Tools and Equipment * Homemade Savings * What Not to Dehydrate * Ideas for the Raw Food Diet * Getting Kids Involved

Quit Sugar and Feel Great with Over 175 Tasty RecipesFrom the Creators of the New York Times Bestseller Paleo for Everyday, Sugar Free offers a step-by-step plan and over 175 delicious recipes to cut your sugar intake--either temporarily or for good--and feel great about the foods you eat. Let Sugar Free get you off sugar and on to delicious, healthy meals, with:Over 175 tasty recipes, such as Mexican Chicken Salad, Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf, and Banana Chocolate Almond Ice CreamA quiz to see which of 3 unique sugar detoxes - the Yellow Plan, the Green Plan, or the Blue Plan - is right for you10 tips for dealing with cravings and sugar withdrawalA success log to help you track your progressTips on safely reintroducing healthy sugars after you detoxWith a comprehensive program and over 175 recipes so delicious you'll never look back,Sugar Free is the best way to quit sugar and start feeling great now.

Shed pounds and improve your health with the DASH diet, ranked #1 in "Best Diets Overall" by U.S. News & World Report.The DASH diet is the last diet you will ever need to go on. The DASH diet is a scientifically proven way to permanently reduce blood pressure and lose weight. Designed by top researchers at major institutions such as Harvard Medical School, the DASH diet is an easy-to-follow diet that cuts down on sodium and unhealthy fats, and has been shown to promote weight loss, and significantly lower the risk of cancer, diabetes, and osteoporosis. The DASH Diet for Beginners is your guide to getting started, with detailed meal plans, and 150 delicious DASH diet recipes.The DASH Diet for Beginners will help you achieve optimal health with:150 delicious DASH diet recipes for every mealDetailed information on the proven health benefits of the DASH diet30-day DASH diet meal plan for lasting weight lossTargeted health plans for weight loss and high blood pressure10 steps for success on the DASH dietThe DASH Diet for Beginners will help you lose weight permanently, fight disease, and experience the best health of your life.

"Trust me when I tell you, Little Bento is going to change your lunch game! This will revolutionize your lunch; whether you need to pack a lunch for school, day trips, the office, or simply need some inspiration for when you’re at home. You NEED this book."—Toddler and Toast blogYour challenge: Packing a healthy lunch for your picky little eater. Your solution: The bento box! Little Bento is your ultimate bento guide to planning, preparing, and assembling yummy, wholesome, easy bento box lunches that your kids will actually eat. Say “buh-bye” to the stress of getting your kids to eat, and “hello” to the deliciously simple bento box with:Over 100 seasonally-inspired bento recipes and 32 photos of fully-assembled bento boxes for easy guidanceExpert guidance from mom, food blogger, and bestselling author of Little Foodie, Michele Olivier, who shows you how to make balanced bento meals using the #1 selling kids' lunch boxA weekly bento meal planning worksheet with helpful tips for planning your bento lunches in advanceQuick reference bento ingredient lists assist in making safe decisions for food sensitive or allergic eaters“We started a new daycare program where I have to bring my own lunches and Little Bento has totally saved my life. Not only do I love the bento recipes for our son, I love some of them for myself! Lots of great options to make for dinner and use as lunch the next day. I also love that its divided into sections by season! Little Bento is a must have for parents looking to get out of a lunch rut and make sure their kids are getting great wholesome foods.”—C. Webster, Amazon Customer

“Not only are the dishes in Vegan 101: A Vegan Cookbook so impressive that they rock the kitchen, they are easy-peasy to prepare—even for a big eater but cooking dunce like me!”—Ingrid Newkirk, President of PETANow more than ever people are choosing to make vegan meals part of their regular rotation. But with so many vegan cookbooks and blogs available, knowing exactly how to start can be challenging. Vegan 101: A Vegan Cookbook is your crash-course in creating vegan meals that get an A+ in nutrition and taste.Here’s what’s on this vegan cookbooks syllabus:100 totally plant-based recipes to make delicious vegan dishes like Apple Coffee Cake Muffins, Tortilla Soup with Ancho Green Topping, and Quick and Easy Red Bean Veggie BurgersExpert guidance from vegan culinary instructors Jenny Engel and Heather Bell, owners of the popular LA-based vegan cooking school Spork Foods “Take It From Us” testimonials offering valuable information from Jenny and Heather’s students, vegan and non-vegan alikeChapters beginning with “Go-To Recipes” highlighting a popular vegan dish and three variations on itNo matter your skill level or regular diet, you’ll be at the top of your class with this standout among vegan cookbooks.“Now THIS is veganism! Vegan 101: A Vegan Cookbook is for anyone who is looking to eat healthier and more consciously but who may be slightly intimidated by the term ‘vegan.’ THIS BOOK WILL SAVE YOU!”—Katie, Amazon Customer

Former Chez Panisse Chef Ryan Childs Shows You How To Make The Most of Salt Block Cooking With More Than 100 Simple Recipes.The Complete Book of Salt Block Cooking is your ultimate guide to using your Himalayan salt block to prepare the foods you love in a new way. Perfect as a gift or as an addition to your own kitchen shelf, this accessible cookbook arms you with essential tips and techniques for using the latest must-have kitchen tool.You’ll explore a range of recipes to sear, roast, bake, grill, cure, and take your salt block cooking to a whole new level. Start off each chapter with a techniques overview and quick tips before moving on to the variety of versatile recipes, from reinvented classics like burgers and fried eggs to impress-your-guests dishes like Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon.Capture the one-of-a-kind flavor of salt block cooking, with:100+ delicious, easy-to-make recipes from appetizers, mains, desserts, and moreInvaluable tips for grilling, curing, baking, roasting, freezing, and seasoningStep-by-step instructions for handling and cleaning your Himalayan salt block Take that Himalayan salt block off the shelf and get ready to season, cure and serve like a pro with The Complete Book of Salt Block Cooking.

The answer to your dinnertime dilemma. Family-friendly soups to satisfy your soul—and stomach. To close the coldest, bone-chilling day or soothe the roughest afternoon, turn to Soup & Comfort for hearty classics, international favorites, and inventive updates. Packed with pages of nourishing, emotionally satisfying soups and stews using affordable, fresh, easy-to-find ingredients (No bouillon cubes here!), every recipe in this soup cookbook caters to a wide variety of dietary preferences and tastes, from tantalizing vegetarian versions to gluten-free options. Featuring full-color photos, Soup & Comfort explores the many ways that homemade soup can nourish body and soul, with: 135 mouthwatering recipes, from comfort classics like Grandma’s Chicken Noodle to international flavors like Chicken Faux Pho Time-saving tips for making great stocks and preparing perfect garnishes Convenient fix-and-forget slow cooker recipes plus handy soup tips to liven leftovers From chilled soups to chowders, Soup & Comfort offers something for everyone to enjoy—one spoonful at a time.

Get More Veggies in Your Diet—and Your ScheduleWorking more vegetables into your diet and schedule is easier than ever by using your slow cooker to create wholesome plant-based meals. Full of diverse ingredients and exciting flavors, The Ultimate Vegetarian Slow Cooker is a vegetarian cookbook that offers 200 recipes to meet your nutritional needs and busy lifestyle. Linda Larsen, About.com's Busy Cooks Expert and author of the bestselling The Complete Slow Cooking for Two, has created over 200 recipes that deliver delicious, filling, healthy vegetarian meals, most with 15 minutes prep time or less. In this vegetarian cookbook, Linda’s recipes deliver the “prep fast, cook slow” ease to your kitchen. The Ultimate Vegetarian Slow Cooker offers tasty variations that ensure that you'll be able to use each recipe again and again. Finally, a vegetarian cookbook with simple, scrumptious recipes such as: Pumpkin Apple Breakfast Bars * Barley-Vegetable Risotto * Fajita Chowder * Black Bean-Quinoa Chili * Wild Mushroom Stroganoff * Roasted Garlic Mashed Root Veggies * Salted Caramel Cheesecake * and much more. The only vegetarian cookbook for slow cookers that you’ll ever need, The Ultimate Vegetarian Slow Cooker also includes smart grocery shopping tips that enable you stay within budget, as well as suggestions for slow cooker care that make clean up a breeze.

Make awesome meals and snacks for you and your family! A cookbook for kids ages 8 to 12Every parent knows that when it comes to cooking―practice really does make perfect. Unlike other kids cookbooks that dumb down recipes, Kid Chef gets kids cooking healthy meals that engage their skills and instill confidence in the kitchen. Covering basic techniques and tutorials for tasty recipes, this kids cookbook is sure to turn any child into a chef.More than just a kids cookbook, Kid Chef is a learning tool that includes:75+ Healthy recipes—Get easy-to-follow recipes for snacks and small bites, main dishes, and desserts that parents will love with this kids cookbook.Kitchen 101—Learn how to stock the pantry, create a grocery list, handle a knife, and use the stove.Facts and tips—From variations on your favorite recipes to fun food facts, this kids cookbook covers everything.Inspire a lifelong love of cooking delicious and nutritious food with this kid-friendly cookbook.

All You Need to Take Advantage of Coconut Oil's Many Health Benefits With The Coconut Oil Cure, you hold the key to improved health and beauty using a tropical fruit prized for its healing properties and versatile applications. In addition to delicious recipes that help you lose weight and lower inflammation, you'll find step-by-step instructions for creating natural, effective remedies like healing massage creams, therapeutic skin treatments, and sumptuous anti-aging potions. An easy-to-understand overview of coconut oil and its many uses in improving overall health and wellness14 simple recipes for natural cosmetics like Bronzing Cinnamon Body Butter and Coconut Oil Beach Hair Spray16 effective recipes to soothe and cure common ailments such as dandruff, skin rashes, and sore throats100 delicious recipes that make it easy to cook with coconut, including many vegan and Paleo-friendly dishesA handy shopper's guide to ensure you purchase the right type and quality of coconut oil for your personal needsPlus, you'll find ten bonus recipes from the bestselling Paleo for Beginners by Sonoma Press to help you achieve your best health by eating like your ancestors.

“The next time you’re even thinking of going out for an ice cream cone, grab this book instead and take it into the kitchen because the best ice cream recipes imaginable are between these covers.” —JOANNE WEIR, James Beard Award-winning authorDelightfully Simple Recipes To Sweeten Any OccasionChez Panisse veterans Anthony Tassinello and Mary Jo Thoresen show you how easy it is to recreate the flavors and comfort of your local ice cream shop at home in this irresistible celebration of all things sweet and frozen.Focusing on simple yet creative flavor combinations, Ice Cream Social walks you step-by-step through basic techniques to make your own ice cream, sherbet, granita, frozen yogurt, and other delightful treats—from the classic and nostalgic to the surprising and festive.Start planning your next ice cream social with:100 recipes that showcase fresh, seasonal ingredients (such as London Fog Ice Cream, Creamy Lime Sherbet, Vietnamese Coffee Ice Cream and more)Troubleshooting tips and a straightforward techniques primer that will ensure delicious results every timeFestive ideas and indulgent desserts for all types of gatherings, from kid-friendly events to adults’ only fetes.Sauces and toppings galore to elevate any ice cream gathering from ordinary to unforgettableWhether you’re new to ice cream making or looking for new takes on traditional favorites, Ice Cream Social covers all you need for making luscious desserts that everyone will love.