Creamy risottos, fragrant vegetable casseroles, lively pasta sauces-these are just a few of the age-old pleasures of the Italian meal now brought vividly to life in this first volume of the new Vegetarian Table Series. Written by a recognized expert on Italian food and illustrated with evocative colour photographs, this collection of over 75 versatile recipes celebrates the simple ingredients and delicious diversity of one of the world's most appealing culinary traditions.