Eating solo is a great opportunity to explore a range of culinary options without being limited by anyone else?s preferences or needs. Being a college student, a first-time renter, or an empty nester can make food shopping and meal prep challenging. Vegan expert and savvy shopper Ellen Jaffe Jones comes to the rescue with her all-inclusive guide and cookbook designed specifically for vegans who are cooking just for themselves. Vegan for One is packed with vital information, such as which foods provide optimal nutrition, how to deal with special dietary needs, what to eat to feel energized, and which foods can help prevent age-related health problems. First-time cooks will learn how to create or adapt menu plans, which staples to stock up on, and what equipment is essential. Ellen also shares her top tips for how to extend the shelf life of fresh produce, determine which canned goods and packaged items to buy, transform leftovers, save money at the store, and trim time in the kitchen. Ellen proves that cooking solo doesn?t mean cutting corners when it comes to flavor and satisfaction. With over 100 recipes perfectly portioned for singles, Vegan for One makes cooking and eating alone both pleasurable and gratifying.