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From the esteemed James Beard Award nominee who revolutionized American baking comes an all-encompassing guide to baking in the 21st century. This definitive baking bible offers 120 scientifically-backed recipes for both sweet and savory baked goods that every home baker can master with ease. Melissa Weller stands as the premier baking virtuoso of our era. Having served as the head baker at some of the country’s finest dining establishments, her inventive renditions of chocolate babka and sticky buns have breathed new life into these classics, sparking a nationwide culinary trend.
In her book, “A Good Bake”, Weller presents her expertly crafted, meticulously detailed recipes for creating irresistibly delicious and visually stunning baked goods. Leveraging her background as a chemical engineer before her transition into baking, Weller employs her scientific knowledge to illuminate the theories and techniques behind baking, empowering home cooks to consistently achieve perfection in their creations.
The book features an enticing array of both sweet recipes (like Pumpkin Layer Cake with Salted Caramel Buttercream and Brown Sugar Frosting) and savory delights (like Khachapuri with Cheese, Baked Egg, and Nigella Seeds). It revisits beloved classics (such as Croissants and Chocolate Babka) and introduces new favorites bound to win hearts (like Milk Chocolate and Raspberry Blondies) – not to mention the coveted recipe for Salted Caramel Sticky Buns. All recipes are crafted and tested to be easily replicated by home bakers of any skill level.
Accompanied by stunning photography from award-winning photographer, Johnny Miller, and featuring tutorials that simplify complex baking techniques like working with yeast, sourdough starters, and laminating dough – Weller’s book stands as an essential companion for every home baker.