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The Bread Baker's Apprentice: Mastering the Art of Extraordinary Bread

by Peter Reinhart, Ron Manville
RM70.41 MYR
The Bread Baker's Apprentice: Mastering the Art of Extraordinary Bread
The Bread Baker's Apprentice: Mastering the Art of Extraordinary Bread

Artisanal bread-making secrets demystified for home bakers.

If the rich aroma of fresh, homemade bread tempts your senses, "The Bread Baker's Apprentice" could be your perfect companion. Imagine having the wisdom of a seasoned artisan baker distilled into accessible language and vivid photographs to guide you. Peter Reinhart doesn't just teach you recipes; he mentors you through the philosophy and mastery of bread, turning your kitchen into a fragrant boulangerie. Whether you're kneading dough for the first time or looking to perfect your baguette, this book could be the yeast that makes your bread-baking skills rise.

  • James Beard Foundation Cookbook of the Year (2002)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Bread Baker's Apprentice: Mastering the Art of Extraordinary Bread

by Peter Reinhart, Ron Manville
RM70.41 MYR
ISBN: 9781580082686
Authors: Peter Reinhart, Ron Manville
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Date of Publication: 2001-11-14
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Food & Drink, Science
Related Topics: Culinary, Food, Food and Drink, Cooking
Goodreads rating: 4.29
(rated by 10253 readers)
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Artisanal bread-making secrets demystified for home bakers.

If the rich aroma of fresh, homemade bread tempts your senses, "The Bread Baker's Apprentice" could be your perfect companion. Imagine having the wisdom of a seasoned artisan baker distilled into accessible language and vivid photographs to guide you. Peter Reinhart doesn't just teach you recipes; he mentors you through the philosophy and mastery of bread, turning your kitchen into a fragrant boulangerie. Whether you're kneading dough for the first time or looking to perfect your baguette, this book could be the yeast that makes your bread-baking skills rise.

  • James Beard Foundation Cookbook of the Year (2002)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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