Season Four of Jazzy Vegetarian on Public Television Serves Up Vegan Celebratory Meals and Celebrity Guests

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Healthy food lovers are in for a treat: Jazzy Vegetarian is back for a fourth season full of celebrity guests and celebratory meals. From easy brunch fare to a festive Thanksgiving feast, “Taste” award-winning host Laura Theodore—with help from celebrity guests like Ed Begley Jr.—shows viewers how to cook easy, great-tasting vegan food for family and friends. Season Four of Jazzy Vegetarian returns to public television September 1, 2014.

Fans of this highly successful series know that vegan chef Laura Theodore can turn any meal into a delicious special occasion. In season four, viewers will learn to make a portable picnic, a Mexican fiesta, and even a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner. Each half-hour episode includes hands-on instruction and tasty tips for seasoned cooks and newcomers alike.

An expert celebrity guest joins Laura in every episode as well. We’ll meet actor, director and environmentalist Ed Begley Jr.; "America’s Piano Sensation" Jim Brickman; New York Times bestselling author Chef Del Sroufe; nutritional expert Dr. Pam Popper; nutrition research leader and co-author of the bestselling book The China Study, T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D.; and actress and environmentalist Rachelle Carson-Begley.

“Jazzy Vegetarian brings vegan comfort food mainstream in a very accessible way,” says vegan actor Emily Deschanel, star of Fox TV’s hit show Bones. “Who doesn't love comfort food? Dishes always taste even better when they are cruelty free!”

In 13 new episodes, Laura creates scrumptious entrées like Holiday Stuffing Casserole, Easy Burrito Bake and Butternut Squash Paella. Satisfying sides include Pear and Apple Breakfast Pizza, Chilled Avocado Soup and Kale with Creamy Walnut Sauce. And when sweet treats are in order, Laura highlights decadent and rich-tasting desserts like German Chocolate Cake, Strawberry Tartlets and Homemade Pumpkin Pie.

Tune in to Season Four of Jazzy Vegetarian to embrace healthy and delicious cooking served up with a jazzy twist!

About Jazzy Vegetarian

Jazzy Vegetarian premiered nationally on public television in 2011 and has been available for viewing in nearly 90% of all U.S. households. Season Four premieres nationally September 1, 2014. Laura Theodore is a recognized public television food personality, radio host, and popular vegan cookbook author. Learn more at www.jazzyvegetarian.com.