Synopses & Reviews
andlt;bandgt;"It is well laid out with easy to read text and lovely photos for each recipe. andhellip; I recommend this book for both beginner and experienced bakers."and#8212;Magnolia Daysandlt;/bandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;Baking is a form of alchemyand#8212;the art of turning mundane everyday ingredients into something extraordinary. Alison Thompson has studied at the sides of some of the world's greatest pastry chefs for years, learning the art and science of baking. In andlt;Iandgt;Bake: The Essential Companionandlt;/Iandgt;, Alison shares the creations that continue to delight her clientele and her family.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;There's a recipe here for every occasion and every part of your mealand#8212;dinner, side dishes and, of course, dessert! With more than 200 mouthwatering recipes including her all-time favorite bread recipes, cakes and cookies, Alison also presents dozens of unique pastry recipes that you normally only find in a specialty pastry shop. She even includes a section on gluten free baking with over 20 gluten free recipes. With this baking cookbook at your side you'll become adept at conjuring some amazing baking magicand#8212;it's like taking a baking class in the comfort of your own home!andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;bandgt;Recipes include:andlt;/bandgt;andlt;ULandgt;andlt;liandgt;Potato and Rosemary Pizzaandlt;/LIandgt;andlt;liandgt;Smoked Salmon and Dill Quicheandlt;/LIandgt;andlt;liandgt;Za'atar-Spiced Flatbreadsandlt;/LIandgt;andlt;liandgt;Savory Cheese Twistsandlt;/LIandgt;andlt;liandgt;Vanilla Custardandlt;/LIandgt;andlt;liandgt;Raspberry Briocheandlt;/LIandgt;andlt;liandgt;Burnt Butter and Berry Friandsandlt;/LIandgt;andlt;liandgt;White Chocolate Mud Cakeandlt;/ULandgt;
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"This is the sort of cookbook to make you fall in love (all over again) with baking. You'll honeymoon over appetizing photos and build a lasting relationship with dear recipes from a baker extraordinaire." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Australian Good Foodandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
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"There are many fine cookbooks about baking, but few are as stylish and comprehensive as Alison Thompson's andlt;iandgt;Bakeandlt;/iandgt;." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Sunday Telegraphandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
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"andhellip;whether you're sweet or savory, Thompson has covered the basics of baking so well that even the average cook won't feel daunted." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;Julie Hosking, andlt;iandgt;Weekend Westandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
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"This book is a handy companion for bakers, the recipes are concise, easy to follow and well arranged, and there's a great introduction with insider tips for successful baking." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;Shannon Harley, andlt;iandgt;ABC Deliciousandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
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"The photography is superb, the recipes are winners and there's an extensive gluten-free selection." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Australian Gourmet Travellerandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
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"It is well laid out with easy to read text and lovely photos for each recipe. I like how it has the entire contents list at the front of the book and on one page. That is followed by an introduction and detailed information for baking techniques, equipment, and ingredients. andlt;bandgt;I recommend this book for both beginner and experienced bakers.andlt;/bandgt;" and#8212;andlt;bandgt;Magnolia Daysandlt;/bandgt;
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"andlt;iandgt;BAKEandlt;/iandgt; is the book from Author Alison Thompson. She has worked along side some of the best pastry Chef's and brings you this book of over 200 recipes with photos of all foods baked! You get recipes for your dinner, side dishes and desserts. Are you Gluten-free? There are over 20 gluten-free recipes in this book for you!" and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Parenting Healthyandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
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"andlt;iandgt;Bake: The Essential Companionandlt;/iandgt; by Alison Thompson is a treasure trove of delicious recipes. [andhellip;] There is a little bit of everything! [andhellip;] I'm thrilled to have Bake in my baking library, and I'm sure you would be too!" and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Sweeter Than Cupcakesandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
Synopsis
"It is well laid out with easy to read text and lovely photos for each recipe. I recommend this book for both beginner and experienced bakers." Magnolia Days Baking is a form of alchemy the art of turning mundane everyday ingredients into something extraordinary. Alison Thompson has studied at the sides of some of the world's greatest pastry chefs for years, learning the art and science of baking. In
Bake: The Essential Companion, Alison shares the creations that continue to delight her clientele and her family.
There's a recipe here for every occasion and every part of your meal dinner, side dishes and, of course, dessert With more than 200 mouthwatering recipes including her all-time favorite bread recipes, cakes and cookies, Alison also presents dozens of unique pastry recipes that you normally only find in a specialty pastry shop. She even includes a section on gluten free baking with over 20 gluten free recipes. With this baking cookbook at your side you'll become adept at conjuring some amazing baking magic it's like taking a baking class in the comfort of your own home
Recipes include: - Potato and Rosemary Pizza
- Smoked Salmon and Dill Quiche
- Za'atar-Spiced Flatbreads
- Savory Cheese Twists
- Vanilla Custard
- Raspberry Brioche
- Burnt Butter and Berry Friands
- White Chocolate Mud Cake
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Synopsis
With more than 200 mouthwatering recipes including all-time favorites, this beautifully illustrated baking book is the only one you'll need. Baking is a form of alchemy--the art of turning mundane everyday ingredients into something extraordinary. Pastry chef Alison Thompson has studied at the sides of some of the world's greatest pastry chefs for years, learning the art and science of baking. In Bake: The Essential Companion, Alison shares the creations that continue to delight her clientele and her family.
There's a recipe here for every occasion and every part of your meal--dinner, side dishes and, of course, dessert With more than 200 mouthwatering recipes including her all-time favorite bread recipes, cakes and cookies, Alison also presents dozens of unique pastry recipes that you normally only find in a specialty pastry shop. She even includes a section on gluten free baking with over 20 gluten free recipes. With this baking cookbook at your side, you'll become adept at conjuring some amazing baking magic--it's like taking a baking class in the comfort of your own home
Recipes include:
- Potato and Rosemary Pizza
- Smoked Salmon and Dill Quiche
- Za'atar-Spiced Flatbreads
- Savory Cheese Twists
- Vanilla Custard
- Raspberry Brioche
- Burnt Butter and Berry Friands
- White Chocolate Mud Cake
Synopsis
Baking is a form of alchemy—the art of turning mundane everyday ingredients into something extraordinary. Alison Thompson has studied at the sides of some of the world's greatest pastry chefs for years, learning the art and science of baking. In
Bake: The Essential Companion, Alison shares the creations that continue to delight her clientele and her family.
There's a recipe here for every occasion and every part of your meal—dinner, side dishes and, of course, dessert! With more than 200 mouthwatering recipes including her all-time favorite breads, cakes and cookies, Alison also presents dozens of unique pastry recipes that you normally only find in a specialty pastry shop. With Bake at your side you'll become adept at conjuring some amazing baking magic.
Recipes include:
Potato and Rosemary Pizza
Smoked Salmon and Dill Quiche
Za'atar-Spiced Flatbreads
Savory Cheese Twists
Vanilla Custard
Raspberry Brioche
Burnt Butter and Berry Friands
White Chocolate Mud Cake
About the Author
andlt;bandgt;Alison Thompsonandlt;/Bandgt; has been passionate about cooking since she was a child, writing her first cookbook when she was just 11 years old. She now has 15 years experience under her belt as a professional chef and pastry chef. Alison has worked with some of the finest pastry chefs in the world. She is the founder and head pastry chef of Alison Louise Designer Cakes, a wedding and special occasion cake business. In 2010 she published her first book, andlt;Iandgt;Macaronandlt;/Iandgt;. She lives in Australia.