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Crusts: The Revised Edition

The Ultimate Baker's Book Revised Edition
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Crusts: The Revised Edition by Barbara Caracciolo is a delightful children's story that takes young readers on an imaginative journey into the whimsical world of baking. The narrative follows the adventurous spirit of a young protagonist who discovers hidden secrets and fascinating lessons while exploring different types of bread crusts. With playful illustrations and a touch of humour, the book aims to spark curiosity and creativity in a way that makes learning engaging and fun for children.
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You might enjoy this charming children's book if you're curious about understanding the world of baking in an imaginative way. Its playful narrative and engaging illustrations can create a delightful culinary adventure for young readers with an interest in food and stories.

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The revised edition of Crusts is a beautiful and thorough collection of artisanal baking recipes.

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The revised edition of Crusts is a beautiful and thorough collection of artisanal baking recipes.

Learn how to make perfectly baked breads, pies, pastries, pizza, and flatbreads. From sourdough and yeast loaves exploring local and regional wheat varieties, to sweet and savoury pies that utilise a range of flavour profiles, these recipes look at contemporary and traditional influences that have informed breadmaking over the years. There are recipes for all levels, whether you’re a beginner baker or a chef looking for new inspiration.

Inside this beautiful collection, you will find:

  • 300+ easy-to-follow recipes reclaiming high-quality breads and doughs
  • Insights and recipes from industry insiders
  • A complete breakdown on how to make your own fresh dough, bread, and pizza
  • A fascinating history of baking around the world

Experiment with a variety of doughs and the delicious complexity of leavened bread. Master your own ferments and hone your technique. Crusts gives you the confidence to tackle those specialty breads you’ve only dreamed of trying in your own kitchen.

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    The revised edition of Crusts is a beautiful and thorough collection of artisanal baking recipes. Learn how to make perfectly baked breads, pies, pastries, pizza, and flatbreads. From sourdough and yeast loaves exploring local and regional wheat varieties, to sweet and savoury pies that utilise a range of flavour profiles, these recipes look at contemporary and traditional influences that have...
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781646432707

Publisher: HarperCollins Focus

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 January 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Cider Mill Press Book Publishers LLC

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 50.0mm

Width: 194.0mm

Height: 274.0mm

Weight: 1921g

Pages: 848

About the Author

Barbara Elisi Caracciolo is the owner of Spigamadre bakery in Sweden and blogger behind Bread and Companatico.

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