You can make dumplings a weeknight staple—and this cookbook will show you how with 40 easy but innovative dumpling recipes from around the globe. Shumai, gyoza, mandu, komber, pierogis: a dumpling by any other name would taste as comforting.The original comfort food in every culture, the humble dumpling takes center stage in this beautiful cookbook.Author Liz Crain offers up beloved staples—with easy, step-by-step instructions for dumpling skins and fillings—and regional favorites, including: Classics: • Chinese soup dumplings and shumai• Japanese gyoza• Eastern European pierogi• Italian goat cheese arrabbiata Regional: • Northwest American morel sherry cream• Cincinnati Chili• Shrimp & Grits• Nettle & Caramelized Onions• Bananas Foster With 40 recipes, full-color photographs—plus vegan, gluten-free, and kid-friendly options—Dumplings Equals Love is the perfect gift for the foodie or home cook in your life.