The Pastry Chef S Companion

With more than 4,800 terms and definitions from around the world plus ten appendices filled with helpful resources, The Pastry Chef's Companion combines the best features of a dictionary and an encyclopedia. In addition to the current terminology of every component of pastry, baking, and confectionary arts, this book provides important information about the origin and historical background of many of the terms. Moreover, it offers coverage of flavor trends, industry practices, key success factors, a resources list, illustrations, and phonetic pronunciations.

A comprehensive kitchen reference combines baking and pastry basics with a collection of more than 350 professional recipes, providing coverage of everything including the ingredients, equipment, and preparation techniques needed for a wide range of breads and desserts.

"This book includes a comprehensive collection of 500 professionally formatted recipes covering all aspects of the pastry arts. Authorized by award winning pastry chefs Michael Mignano and Michael Zebrowski."--

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 most celebrated 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 usually 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 fantastic baking magic—it's like taking a cooking 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