A collection of approximately 150 simple, step-by-step recipes that still have gourmet appeal, The Modern Baker strives to bring you baking success with the bulk of the preparation taking under one hour. Nick Malgieri distils years of teaching and experience into these detailed recipes for virtually every savoury or sweet yeast bread, quick bread, muffin, pastry, dough, and batter. Recipes are thorough and include descriptions of how batters and doughs should appear at each stage of preparation. Nick leads cooks through the simple art of creating an international assortment of delicious sweet and savoury baked goods, interweaving techniques and helpful sidebars. The Modern Baker is as necessary and essential as a good oven.
