Get It Ripe, Jae Steele's 2008 cookbook, established her as a credible and charismatic authority on veganism; her holistic nutritionist background and sassy cowpunk sensibility encouraged countless others to get it ripe.' Her new cookbook underscores the importance of local, sustainable eating and living by helping readers deepen their understanding of organic and local foods, and their positive impact on health and the planet. Jae's 180 recipes include Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins, Pear Parsnip Soup and Butternut Chipotle Chocolate Cake.'