Sir Paul McCartney may be known for creating memorable rock melodies in one of the biggest bands in the world, the Beatles, but the singer and songwriter is now using his celebrity to educate the world about going vegetarian.
McCartney, along with his daughters Mary and Stella, have released a new cookbook, The Meat Free Monday Cookbook, which is available online via Amazon and from major book retailers. The book is inspired by McCartney’s ongoing campaign, started in 2009, where he and his daughters educate fans about how to eat less meat, not just for their health, but also to influence the sustainability of the world by decreasing their environmental impact.
On a recent trip to Abu Dhabi, McCartney explained his latest undertaking: “I think many of us feel helpless in the face of environmental challenges. Having one designated meat free day a week is actually a meaningful change that everyone can make, that goes to the heart of several important political, environmental and ethical issues all at once,” he told Ahlan Live . “For instance it not only addresses pollution, but better health, the ethical treatment of animals, global hunger and community and political activism.”
The Meat Free Monday Cookbook includes recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert, and features menus for each of the 52 weeks of the year. Of course, recipes are all vegetarian, from spiced pumpkin pancakes to watermelon granite to pilau rice with cashews. The collection features recipes from McCartney and his daughters, as well as famous friends including Twiggy, Vivienne Westwood and Kevin Spacey, plus globally acclaimed chefs. To find out more about the McCartneys’ campaign, visit www.MeatFreeMondays.com.
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