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The italian baker the classic tastes of the italian countryside - its breads, pizza, focaccia, cakes, pastries, and cookies

Field, Carol more...

Format: Hardback
Library Classification: Adult Non Fiction
BIC Subjects: General cookery
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Imprint: Ten Speed Press
Publication Date: 1/11/2011
Place of Publication: United States

RRP: $49.95
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This groundbreaking classic, now thoroughly updated for today's modern kitchen, introduces the artisanal doughs and techniques used by generations of Italian village bakers. Carol Field spent two years traversing Italy to capture the regional specialties and then adapting them through rigorous testing in her own kitchen. When first published in 1985, Field's impeccably written, authentic recipes were a revelation to Americans used to only stereotypical Italian fare. This latest edition, updated for the new generation of home bakers, has added four-color photography plus new ingredients and equipment sections, source guides, weights and measurements, and instructions for the natural yeast method. One of the most revered baking books of all time, this landmark work will continue to be a must for every serious baker.

"Carol Field's "The Italian Baker i"s the one bread book I see in nearly everyone's collection, whether an experienced or amateur baker. It not only is full of timeless, classic recipes, but also takes you deep into the mind and heart of the Italian spirit."
--Peter Reinhart, author of "The Bread Baker's Apprentice" and "Peter Reinhart's Artisan Breads Every Day"
""The Italian Baker" was incredibly influential in its first iteration and this revised version is even better. Carol has taken the volume to another level in both deliciousness and simple techniques. It is truly the definitive work on Italian bread baking and pastry for our time."
--Mario Batali, author and restaurateur
"A classic, beautifully researched and considered book that keeps Italy's traditions of bread-making alive. I love how it is peppered with astute observations and stories of Carol Field's experiences in Italy, inspiring skilled bakers and novice enthusiasts alike."
--Alice Waters, ch

Title: The italian baker
Subtitle: the classic tastes of the italian countryside - its breads, pizza, focaccia, cakes, pastries, and cookies
Contributors: By (author) Carol Field

ISBN 13: 9781607741060
ISBN 10: 1607741067

Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Imprint: Ten Speed Press
Publication Date: 1/11/2011
Place of Publication: Berkeley CA, United States
Edition:

BIC Subjects: General cookery
NBS Classification: Food & Drink: General
Dewey Classification: 641.5945 (DC23) ; 641.5945 (DC21)

Format: Hardback
Pages: 448
Height: 235mm
Width: 187mm
Thickness: 42mm
Weight: 567g