When it's time to celebrate, it's time to bake a
cake! When it's time to be creative, it's time to bake a
cake! When it's time to find comfort in the kitchen,
it's time to bake a cake. From weddings to birthdays to
something nice for yourself and your family and guests,
nothing marks a special occasion better than a freshly
baked cake. Now renowned baking teacher Nick Malgieri,
author of Cookies Unlimited, Chocolate, and How to Bake,
shares his flawless recipes and professional techniques
for creating a perfect cake every time. From simple to
extravagant, the recipes are presented with the same
clear, uncomplicated instructions that have made Nick a
favorite among firsttime bakers and experts alike.
You'll find more than two hundred recipes for all types
of cakes, from homey favorites such as Sour Cream Coffee
Cake and Classic Angel Food Cake to luscious classics
such as Dark and White Chocolate Cheesecake to
international showstoppers such as Zuppa Inglese and
Chocolate Raspberry Buche de Noel. Nick shows how to get
the best results every time you bake, ensuring that your
cheesecake will never crack, your pound cake batter will
never separate, and your genoise will always be tender
and light. When the time comes to decorate or fill your
cake, there's a wealth of creative ideas, from working
with marzipan to piping icing to flavoring ganache and
buttercream. Also included are tips on selecting the
most flavorful chocolates, fruits, liqueurs, and other
ingredients. Tempting color photographs throughout the
book will inspire anyone to head into the kitchen.
Novice bakers will be reassured and experts challenged
with Perfect Cakes, a comprehensive collection of
perfect recipes and expert guidance. |
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