| The next best thing to having your mom or a real life Aunt Betty at your side when you work in the kitchen this book covers fundamental techniques that form the foundation of baking success. And there are plenty of helpful tips from a fictional Aunt Betty. Following the "how to" chapter you ll find the actual recipes which employ those techniques. There are recipes for cakes pies tarts cookies bars strudels muffins and savory snacks including crackers meat pies crusty breads and pizza. The approach of this book is hip yet down to earth and the photos are peopled with Gap ad type models. This would be a great introduction to the world of baking for anyone who is just starting out on his or her own. Reading recipes for Double Chocolate Mud Cake Turkish Pizza and Apple Fritters will overcome any initial reluctance.By Cornelia Schinharl and Sebastian Dickhaut 200 Color photos Aimed at a "20 something" audience Lots of tips and helpful hints No nutritional analysis 168 Pages 9" x 9 1/2" |
