Lipsmackin' Vegetarian Backpackin'
by Christine Conners, Tim Conners
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Book Reviews of Lipsmackin' Vegetarian Backpackin'
Book Review: Great book for trail food and not just for vegetarians!
Summary: 5 Stars
Christine and Tim Conners did a great job putting this book together. Not just a collection of appealing trail food recipes, it gives tips on where to buy ingredients as well as other items of interest to the backwoods hiker/camper. I was privileged to be asked to contribute some of my own trail food ideas to this book. In my discussions with Christine, she told me that a lot of long distance hikers didn't like to use a dehydrator - something I can't identify with since my dehydrator has been invaluable in preparing for backwoods treks. Christine included a humorously written article about the benefits of the dehydrator. Many of the recipes include short notes from the contributors on the recipe and its use on the trail. If I had to pick one negative of the book, it would be that the title includes the word "vegetarian". I would think this may turn off the meat eaters. The book will appeal to all paddlers and trail hikers who want good tasting, unique, yet easy-to-prepare food. I own several trail food cookbooks, including the Conners other book, Lipsmackin' Backpackin'. I tend to reach for Lipsmackin' first when I am preparing for a trip and now I'm sure their new book will get just as much use from me.Book Review: Lipsmackin' Vegetarian Backpackin' - a meatless collection
Summary: 5 Stars
I really enjoyed the first book by Tim and Christine Conners and now the couple has come out with a second book in the Lipsmackin' Backpackin' series that is completely vegetarian. Recipes include Fabulous Fry Brownies, Miso Madness, Algonquin Apple Leather and a series of bread recipes that would make any backpacking trip more enjoyable. There are great dishes for each meal time and some wonderful GORP ideas. The book has a range of drinks, fruit leathers and decadent desserts. I was pleasantly surprised when I found a recipe for Coleslaw which is dehydrated at home and rehydrated on the trail. The recipes are tested numerous times to ensure that they turn out well on your adventures. The gang here did a little of the testing to help out. We even found that the Green Dragon Pad Thai tastes great once you get past its vibrant color. Trailside instructions are printed with each recipe and again in the back of the book. The packable trailside cooking instructions are perfect for placing in the zipper bag with the food contents. The cut-outs appear in the same order as the recipes for easy finding.
Although Lipsmackin' Vegetarian Backpackin' is a meatless collection of good eats, it is a book easily enjoyed by all.
Book Review: Great Book - Fun and Tasty
Summary: 5 Stars
I was invited to go backpacking with some friends for 4 days. I went to my local big town (Redding, CA) and was shocked to not find Mary Janes Farm food anywhere. The other vegetarian food sounded really terrible. After being a vegetarian for 10 years, I have vowed to never eat Pasta Primavera again!
So I got out the book and found many yummy recipes. The food took me a long, long time to prepare, but most recipes seem to take me a long to prepare the first time I cook them. So I'll blame myself for that one.
When I got to the campsite, my meals were the hit of the group. They were intrigued with my burritos and other yummy foods.
This is a great book. I would suggest that you set aside a day the first time you prepare the food, and enjoy the process. I was a bit rushed, but I am already planning my meals for next months trips.
BTW, you'll need a dehydrator. I got mine dirt cheap at Wal-mart. You don't need a fancy one.
All in all, this is a great book. Thanks.
Book Review: Lipsmackin' Vegetarian Backpackin'
Summary: 5 Stars
I stumbled upon this book while perusing other vegetarian titles and must say the Connors' title immediately grabbed me. "Lipsmackin' Vegetarian Backpackin'" -- makes you want to read the book and recommend it to someone, just so you can mouth those toothsome words! Obviously, a healthful lifestyle and thoughtful approach to diet have served the authors' intellectual capacities well, everything about the book is smart. The recipes are mostly contributed, apparently by friends the Connors' have made on and around trails, and the recipe titles are sometimes almost as clever as the book's title; more importantly, the recipes look simple and delicious (at this writing I haven't tried them), and their presentation is smartly organized. Nutritional information is included. For its niche audience, be they vegan, lacto-ovo vegetarian, or ready-to-improve omnivore, this book has got to be as good as it gets.Book Review: Awesome Burrito Recipes
Summary: 5 Stars
We really enjoyed several of the recipes on a recent three nite pack trip to Porcupine Mountains, MI. Burritos, Cous Cous and Brownies made from dry ingredients available at grocery store made for really great almost gourmet and inexpensive trail dinners. Many recipes require a dehydrator which we lack, but it seems like any serious backpacker should consider buying one to save big bucks on food. This book is not just for vegetarian or Vegans. Three of four in our group are defintely meat eaters but dinners especially were loved by all of us. I actually ended up making some recipes at out of leftovers from trip and they tasted good even in the comfort of my own kitchen at home.