Book excerpt: Annotation Aside from delicious recipes, this cookook contains detailed information on more than 40 vegetables, and outlines the basics of professional vegetable preparation. Learn how to julienne, slice, peel, dice and shred, as well as blanche, braise, steam, roast, saute and grill. It also suggests how to source good quality vegetables and ways to store different kinds to keep them fresh. Trade in your everyday veggie recipes for original and delicious dishes, try incorporating vegetables into unique staple dishes, and get innovative with vegetable-based desserts!