The Essential Baking Cookbook

Baking is the heart of cooking: a tradition passed down through families that leads to the wonderful aroma of fresh biscuits, the satisfaction of kneading bread, and the celebration of a special cake. From slicing a fruit loaf straight from the oven to mixing together a batch of muffins, the pleasure of baking is as much in the making as in the eating. Featuring sections that guide beginners through easy, quick-mix recipes to more challenging techniques, this latest book in the best-selling ESSENTIAL series also contains step-by-step photographs and professional tips to make it easy to perfect your baking. Temptingly presented with full-color photographs, this book is the must-have secret ingredient for every kitchen. Previous books in the cookbook series include ESSENTIAL CHRISTMAS, APPETIZERS, SEAFOOD, ASIAN, DESSERT, PASTA, and VEGETARIAN.